"The adolescent and adult form of cobalamin C disease: clinical and molecular spectrum"
[41] : 971, 973 Only a few countries, primarily in Africa, have mandatory food fortification programs for either wheat flour or maize flour
Self-administered B12 shots are generally recommended for individuals: whose bloodwork has documented low B12 levels Patients with pernicious anemia or a lack of intrinsic factor Individuals with Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or post-bariatric surgery malabsorption Vegans and strict vegetarians are unable to correct the deficiency through diet Older adults whose stomach acid production has declined with age Anyone on long-term metformin or proton pump inhibitors Across most of the U.S., injectable B12 is not sold over the counter a clinician has to write the script before a pharmacy can dispense it
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This vitamin is also required for the body to produce collagen, giving you healthy youthful skin and strong bones
It plays a critical role in producing brain chemicals that affect mood and other brain functions
