How can vegans maintain vitamin B12?
They should eat fortified foods or take vitamin B12 supplements to maintain good levels of vitamin B12 in the body.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
One can suspect of having vitamin B 12 deficiency if you are constantly feeling lethargic and having nausea along with stomach upset.
Vitamins do not require digestion because either they are water soluble or fat soluble. They get dissolved and travel through different parts of the body via cells.
The role of vitamin B 12 is very crucial as without enough red blood cells, your tissues and organs don't get enough oxygen. As a result your body cannot work well. You will suffer from weak musles, numbness and extreme fatigue.
There is no sure shot way to decrease vitamin B12 levels, however, research hints that drinking alcohol moderately helps in decreasing vitamin B12 levels to a certain extent.
Last updated on 16 Oct 2023
This is because vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.
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