Oct 2016;1862(10):1964-1974
Who Should Consider Self-Injecting B12
The most common approach is adding 2mL of bacteriostatic water , which creates a concentration of 10,000 mcg/mL
Potential therapeutic effects (based on animal and early human data): Enhances tendon, ligament, and muscle repair Promotes angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress Protects gut mucosa and may aid in GI disorders (ulcers, leaky gut) May support neurological recovery and joint health Modulates nitric oxide and dopamine/serotonin pathways (possible mood, focus benefits) (Note: Most data are from preclinical studies
For example, SCFAs, which are mainly produced by Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species, are related to intestinal permeability, immunity, and hormones (Koh et al., 2016)