Why is vitamin B12 so important?
Vitamin B12 (or cyanocobalamin) is needed for the formation of red blood cells, the development of neurons and DNA synthesis. Its deficiency can lead to the accumulation of homocysteine (a neurotoxic compound), anemia, loss of balance, numbness of the limbs, fatigue and memory impairment. You can learn more about the daily allowance in this article https://prorganiq.com/blogs/new/daily-requirement-of-vitamin-b12
Vitamin B12 helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells, and is also needed to make DNA, the genetic material in all cells. While it is well known to prevent pernicious anemia, it can also play an important role in preventing fatigue, insomnia, depression, cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, loss of appetite, soreness of the mouth or tongue, poor memory and senile dementia. It has also been helpful in certain types of arthritis, asthma, infertility, multiple sclerosis, shingles and ringing in the ears. Some of these symptoms can also result from a variety of medical conditions other than vitamin B12 deficiency. It is important to have a physician evaluate these symptoms so that appropriate medical care can be given.
