It is also beneficial in conditions like diabetic neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, and megaloblastic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency
Adults generally require around 1.5 micrograms per day and pregnant or breastfeeding women require up to 2.8 micrograms a day
This can be risky because an untreated B12 deficiency could lead to nerve issues down the line
You may also be more likely to develop vitamin B-12 deficiency if you have: Atrophic gastritis, in which your stomach lining has thinned Pernicious anaemia, which makes it hard for your body to absorb vitamin B12 Conditions that affect your small intestine, such as Crohns disease, celiac disease, bacterial growth, or a parasite Immune system disorders, such as Graves disease or lupus Been taking certain medications that interfere with the absorption of B12
Even worse, with lower levels of stomach acid comes the perfect breeding ground for gut bacteria that consume your bodys limited supply of vitamin B12
