Vitamin B12 is a member of the B-complex family of water-soluble vitamins. Vitamin B12 has numerous functions in the body including, stimulating red blood cell production, support of healthy nerve function, and the metabolism of homocysteine. Low levels of vitamin B12 are often seen in vegetarians, as plant foods lack vitamin B12, and also in elderly people as their ability to absorb B12 from food is limited. The absorption of B12 requires a protein called intrinsic factor which is secreted by cells in the stomach. Elderly people secrete less intrinsic factors and therefore absorb less vitamin B12. Consuming a sublingual B12 helps avoid any problems with absorption as it is dissolved in the mouth, and the B12 is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. This helps provide significant amounts of B12 without concern for GI absorption. B12 converts homocysteine to methionine, supporting healthy blood homocysteine levels. B12 helps donate a methyl group to form SAMe (s-adenosylmethionine) which helps support healthy brain function and liver detoxification. B12 is essential for the production of normal, healthy myelin; the fatty layer of insulation that protects the nervous system and supports its function./ B12, along with Biotin, helps support fatty acid, amino acid, and carbohydrate metabolism./ Vitamin B-12 deficiency generally increases with age because of decreased levels of intrinsic factor a protein normally produced by the stomach and which aids in B12 absorption. Ideal for vegans, vegetarians, and the elderly who are at greater risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency. Take one (1) to three (3) chewable tablets daily, preferably at mealtime - Or as directed by your healthcare professional.
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