Vitamin B12
Did you know that a serious lack of Vitamin B12 in your body can lead to a number of dire health problems, including heart disease, strokes, and Alzheimer’s?.
The non vegetarian picks up their normal supply of B12 via foods rich in B12 such as meat, milk, poultry, eggs, fish and shellfish. Vegans and many vegetarians exclude these foods from their diet and that may give rise to serious risks.
B12 works together with folic acid and Vitamin B6 to control the body’s level of homocysteine. Too much homocysteine can lead to a higher risk of serious diseases, including those mentioned above.
Another function of this essential Vitamin is to support the cellular nourishing process for increased fertility and healthy growth and development of cells. It is also connected to acteylcholine production, which supports the brain in memory and learning.
In addition to all this, Vitamin B12 works together with folic acid to manufacture red blood cells and properly replicate DNA. It also has the potential to promote good heart health by helping to maintain healthy levels of an homocysteine, which is an amino acid normally found in your blood.
Often it is difficult for vegetarians, especially those just starting out, and those over 65 to ensure they have a high enough level of this important nutrient. That is why I would strongly recommend taking a Vitamin B12 supplement. Not only will it ensure that your level is sufficiently high but taken regularly it will give you the added benefit of enhanced energy levels
