Vitamin B12 – the form makes the difference
A vitamin B12 deficiency often only becomes noticeable after years, because the body has large vitamin B12 stores. This is especially relevant for vegans, as it occurs in animal-derived foods. The amounts that, for example, occur in fermented vegan products are unfortunately negligible. In dietary supplements, Cyanocobalamin is commonly used, mainly because it is cheaper – for the manufacturer. Our products contain the significantly higher-quality Methylcobalamin, some even the extremely high-quality, but also more expensive Adenosyl-Cobalamin... Read more
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Crucial for blood formation and the nervous system
The water-soluble vitamin B12 (cobalamin) plays a crucial role in blood formation, cell division, nervous system function and metabolism. It is found almost exclusively in animal foods such as meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. As the body cannot synthesise it itself, adequate dietary intake is essential, especially for people following a vegan or vegetarian diet, as a deficiency can occur there.
Role and function of vitamin B12
- Blood formation: Vitamin B12 plays a role in the formation of red blood cells.
- Nervous system: It plays an important role in the regeneration and maintenance of the sheaths of nerve fibres, thereby ensuring the function of the nervous system.
- Cell division: Vitamin B12 is involved in DNA synthesis, which is why it is indispensable for cell growth and cell division.
- Metabolism: It is essential for metabolism, including the metabolism of folic acid and the breakdown of fatty acids.
Sources and deficiency
- Dietary sources: The main sources of vitamin B12 are animal products such as meat, fish, liver, eggs and dairy products.
- Vegan diet: Since vitamin B12 is found exclusively in animal foods, a strict vegan diet is a risk factor for deficiency, as there are no plant-based sources that can meet the requirement.
- Stores: Although the human body is able to store vitamin B12, these stores can become depleted after years of malnutrition.
Potential consequences of a deficiency
Consequences of a vitamin B12 deficiency can include fatigue, pallor, a tingling or numbness in the limbs, unsteadiness when walking and confusion.