Vitamin B12 helps make red blood cells, supports nerve function, and aids in DNA creation
By ensuring adequate B12 levels, these injections can aid in maintaining nerve health and potentially reducing homocysteine levels, thereby supporting overall cardiovascular health
The Food Standards Agency, biennial Food and You Survey of UK adults found that since 2012, the overall consumption of beef, lamb or pork has declined sharply, alongside a rise in flexitarian eating - predominantly eating vegetarian or vegan food but occasionally eating meat and fish, with trends like Meat Free Mondays and Veganuary having reduced meat eating
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 191 older adults (75 years) with moderate vitamin B 12 deficiency (serum cobalamin concentrations of 107-210 pmol/L) without anemia provided participants with 1 mg/day of cyanocobalamin for one year (94)
Clinical trials are necessary to determine the appropriate dosage for humans