Question 1

Should vitamin D testing be routine for seniors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it helps in maintaining good hormone and bone health.

Question 2

How many times a days should I take vitamin B complex?

Accepted Answer

Once a day.

Question 3

Do adults need a vitamin B complex supplement?

Accepted Answer

Yes, vitamin B complex supplements help in preventing neurological disorders and anemia.

Question 4

What is a positive Schilling test?

Accepted Answer

A Schilling test is also known as a Vitamin B12 absorption test. It was formerly used to determine whether a person was absorbing vitamin B12 normally

Question 5

Why does our body need vitamin B?

Accepted Answer

Our body needs vitamin B to produce red blood cells and prevent anemia.

Question 6

Do transdermal patches for B12 supplementation work?

Accepted Answer

No, they are not that effective however some vegans may prefer to take them

Question 7

Are 2 eggs a day enough to cover your need of vitamin B12?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they are more than sufficient. However, check your levels routinely.

Question 8

What causes biotin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

The exact reasons are not yet know for some it can be inborn.

Question 9

Can I take iron supplement together with vitamin b complex?

Accepted Answer

Yes, one can safely take them together to promote good health.

Question 10

How to increase my level of D3 and B12?

Accepted Answer

Have lots of dairy products and poultry products it will help in increasing both D3 and B12.

Question 11

Why do some people avoid taking vitamins?

Accepted Answer

This is because some may also experience side effects from vitamin deficiencies

Question 12

Does flaxseed contain B12?

Accepted Answer

No, flaxseeds do not contain vitamin B12.

Question 13

Is a daily blood test possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the doctor has recommended you to take it

Question 14

Why can Indians be vegetarian and not get a B12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

This is particularly because indians take a lot of dairy products which contain vitamin B12.

Question 15

Does amul butter milk contain B12?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in small quantity.

Question 16

How much B12 is needed in the body?

Accepted Answer

Adults need 2.4 mcg of vitamin B12 daily to prevent conditions such as pernicious anemia.

Question 17

Is 100 mcg of vitamin B-12 in a multi-vitamin enough?

Accepted Answer

Yes, its ok if you are not deficient in vitamin B12

Question 18

What are the vitamin B12 and D sources for vegetarians?

Accepted Answer

The sources are milk, cheese, curd and nuts.

Question 19

Will intake of milk and eggs improve B12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all dairy products increase vitamin B12 in the body.

Question 20

Can I take a vitamin B complex with milk?

Accepted Answer

Yes, one can safely take them together to promote good health.

Question 21

What are some vitamins most people need more of?

Accepted Answer

To prevent nutritional deficiencies one should take calcium, essential fatty acids, folic acid, iron, magnesium, and vitamins A, B12, C, and D.

Question 22

Should vegetarians take vitamin B12 supplements?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they can take vitamin supplements if they are deficient in Vitamin B12 or they are suffering from anemia.

Question 23

Does taking vitamin B12 help muscle recovery?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A study found that the rebuilding and repairing of muscles requires vitamin B12 as as cofactor, alongside folate.

Question 24

Can a vegan get Vitamin B12 without taking supplements?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 25

What are the health benefits of vitamin B and D?

Accepted Answer

They help the body prevent anemia and bone related disorders along with increasing the energy levels and lowering  bad cholesterol levels.

Question 26

Do Eggs contain Vitamin B12?

Accepted Answer

Yes, eggs contain vitamin B12 along with other poultry products.

Question 27

Can I take a multivitamin and B-complex together?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can take them together. It is very rare that you will have an overdose of vitamin B as it is mostly excreted  via urine.

Question 28

How often should I take 1000mcg B12 supplements?

Accepted Answer

Typically one should take a dose of1,000 mcg once a week for 4 to 8 weeks and then 1,000 mcg once a month. However, you must consult your physican before starting the treatment.

Question 29

What level of B12 is dangerously high?

Accepted Answer

A level higher than 900 pg/mL.is considered abnormal and one must consult a doctor to prevent liver and kidney diseases.

Question 30

Do B12 supplements work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, B12 supplements work and they are often recommended to be taken together with folic acid supplements. As folic acid will cover up anemia, however, it cannot prevent neurological damage.

Question 31

Do vitamin supplements and multivitamins actually work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they work well to promote good health.

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