Being healthy should be one of the top priorities in life. It is very important for us to have the correct vitamin levels in our bodies for our different functions to continue working properly. Vitamin B12 is one of these top essential vitamins. This vitamin, surprisingly, can do a lot for the body that many do not know about. Let’s look deeper into what it is, what it does, and how we can replenish these levels in our bodies.
What is vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is also called cobalamin. It is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally found in most animal-derived foods. It is a crucial B vitamin that plays a role in many different functions in the body. It helps keep the red blood cells healthy and to make DNA. It also has a key feature in the development and function of nerve cells and the brain. Having enough of this vitamin can keep your body working toward optimal health.
Benefits of vitamin B12
Let’s look at some benefits of this vitamin. This vitamin can help our metabolism. Vitamin B12 also plays a role in your brain by helping with memory and by managing serotonin production. High levels of vitamin B12 have been known to help in the recovery from major depressive disorders. It can help keep depression at bay. This vitamin is also essential for a healthy pregnancy, especially in the beginning stages. It also may help reduce the risk of macular degeneration, which can cause eye problems or blindness in older-aged adults.
Signs of B12 deficiency
Getting enough vitamin B12 is important. If you are deficient in vitamin B12, you may have some unpleasant signs or symptoms. Some of these symptoms include Weakness or fatigue, memory loss or confusion, loss of appetite, depression, nerve damage, and even seizures. Different types of anemia may even be developed, such as pernicious or megaloblastic anemia. In pernicious anemia, b12 is not absorbed due to a lack of intrinsic factors. In megaloblastic anemia, there is not enough vitamin b12 in the diet, so the red blood cells are larger than normal in size, but there is not a normal amount of them. If having any of these symptoms, it is important to bring them up with a medical professional. There are ways to reverse B12 deficiency.
What foods to get this vitamin from
Increasing certain foods in your diet will help elevate your body’s vitamin B12 levels. This then will help your body stay healthy.
Some of the top foods that contain a rich amount of vitamin b12 are:
- Most vegetables but especially spinach, beetroot, mushrooms, potatoes
- Milk
- Eggs (Egg yolks are higher in vitamin B12 than the egg whites)
- Beef
- Yogurt
- Certain fish such as salmon and tuna
- Liver & kidney meat
- Bananas
- Clams
- Fortified breakfast cereals
IV treatments for vitamin B12
IV therapy is one of the newest options for fast vitamin absorption. This is a great option for anyone wanting to increase the b12 in the body. Getting vitamins through oral supplementation or consuming certain foods does work, but it takes time to build up in your body. This is why IV therapy treatments are recommended. IV therapy delivers hydration and vitamins, and nutrients to your body in the quickest and most efficient way. It will be administered directly into your bloodstream so the body can use it right away. There is no downtime, and you will be able to go about your day right afterward while feeling refreshed and amazing. Continuing treatments will add benefits.
Get B12 IV Therapy
B-complex vitamins can support a wide range of health targets, so they are featured in many of our IV infusions. B12 and B-complex vitamins can also be added on to any of our IV infusions. We also offer B12 shots for a quick, mid-day energy boost.
Once you book your appointment, a certified nurse will come to your desired location and administer the treatment, which usually takes less than an hour. During this time, you can do anything you’d like, such as relax under a warm blanket or watch TV.
Browse our treatment options and decide which is best for you or speak with a representative who can help you choose the best fit based on your health goals. To schedule your appointment or learn more, contact us today!
