Strict vegetarians must obtain their vitamin B 12 from supplements or consumption of fortified cereal products to prevent deficiency
Oral B12 relies on stomach acid, digestive enzymes, and a healthy gut lining
It also plays a significant role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
Because of this, its important for you to have a basic understanding of how to assess your vitamin B12 levels and how to understand if you are sub-optimal and not just in the normal range
Testing may include purity verification, LCMS screening, heavy metals analysis, endotoxin analysis, and sterility testing
Experts highlighted the need for healthcare education on recognizing B12 deficiency symptoms and suggested targeted prophylactic supplementation for high-risk groups