Vitamin B12

Why do we need it?

Vitamin B12 is essential for the proper function of nerves, the central nervous system, and the formation of blood elements mainly red blood cells.

What happens if vitamin B12 is low?

You may suffer from tingling and numbness due to nerve damage, as well as anemia that can manifest as weakness and pallor.

Who can be deficient in vitamin B12?

If you are vegan, poorly digesting or absorbing foods such as having chronic gastritis, Crohn’s disease, or ulcerative gastritis, or if you have an autoimmune disorder such as Graves disease or lupus you can be deficient in vitamin B12.

How to diagnose vitamin B12 deficiency?

If you have symptoms that suggest vitamin B12 deficiency such as numbness tingling or anemia you must do a blood test to evaluate how much vitamin B12 is in your blood to properly diagnose it.

How to treat vitamin B12 deficiency?

To supplement you with the proper dose of vitamin B12 either orally or by intramuscular injection.

Have a question? Or need to receive a B12 injection?

Contact the clinic at this link :

https://www.ontarionaturopathicclinic.ca/site/contact-naturpathic-dr-grimsby-niagara