Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is a component of important Enzymes and elementary Metabolic processes in the body, primarily in the Formation of red blood cells (erythrocytes). B12 also supports healthy Nerve function , as it is essential for the formation of myelin, the protective membranes of nerve cells. Vitamin B12 is also able to convert the amino acid homocysteine ​​to methionine and thus lower the concentration of homocysteine ​​in the blood, which prevents diseases of the cardiovascular system. Vitamin B12 can only be produced by microorganisms and is mainly found in animal foods. Since the human body can store considerable reserves in the liver, a lack of vitamin B12 in adults only leads to deficiency symptoms after months or years.

Significant amounts of the vitamin are found in meat (especially liver), fish and seafood, milk, cheese and eggs. Since vitamin B12 is produced by microorganisms, it is also found in fermented foods such as sauerkraut.

Scientists discovered vitamin B12 after years of research into the causes of a certain form of anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency, known as pernicious anemia. In the 19th century, a lack of vitamin B12 was a life-threatening illness. Pernicious anemia usually resulted in the death of those affected. Even today, many people still suffer from a vitamin B12 deficiency. It usually manifests itself in pale skin, chronic fatigue, listlessness and poor concentration, the typical symptoms of anemia. In addition, a vitamin B12 deficiency can cause neurological problems. This can include unsteadiness when walking, discomfort and muscle paralysis. Symptoms such as burning tongue, tingling or numbness sometimes indicate a vitamin B12 deficiency. Psychological symptoms such as depression or forgetfulness can also be linked to a vitamin B12 deficiency in the human organism.

If you have an increased need for vitamin B12 and cannot or do not want to meet this need by eating certain foods due to your eating habits or illnesses (for example, if you are on a certain diet), we recommend taking vitamin B12 as a dietary supplement. Negative effects from an overdose are not known. If the body absorbs more vitamin B12 than it needs and can store, it excretes the rest unprocessed. In combination with Folic acid and Vitamin B6 can Vitamin B12 Reduce elevated homocysteine ​​levels. An increased Homocysteine ​​levels are considered a risk factor for arteriosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. Vitamin B12 and folic acid are closely related anyway. If there is a vitamin B12 deficiency, the folic acid stores in the tissue remain inactive, which also leads to a deficiency in active folic acid.

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin from the group of Cobalamins (Vitamin B12 group). The biologically inactive vitamin cannot be produced by the organism, but must be ingested through food and is then converted in the body into the biologically active coenzyme B12. In this form, vitamin B12 plays an important role in various metabolic processes and is involved, for example, in the breakdown of certain fatty acids and in blood formation. Vitamin B12 supports the Cell division , the function of nervous system and the Energy metabolism and is an important building block of a healthy immune system .

Vitamin B12 is also very important because it is involved in detoxification processes in the body. If you often feel tired and exhausted, a vitamin B12 deficiency may be the cause. In this case, an extra portion of vitamin B12 can effectively support your organism.

Medicom offers you vitamin B12 in a particularly high dosage. One tablet contains 30 µg of vitamin B12. Since vitamin B12 is found almost exclusively in meat, fish, milk and eggs (an exception is fermented foods such as sauerkraut), vegetarian and especially vegan on a external supply of vitamin B12 reliant.

Other risk groups for vitamin B12 deficiency are people whose diet is particularly one-sided, as well as Seniors , who generally have a poorer absorption of the vitamin. But the absorption of the vitamin can also be significantly reduced in the case of persistent gastritis, diseases of the digestive system such as Crohn's disease or a lack of intrinsic factor. Finally, long-term use of medications that prevent the formation of stomach acid can have an adverse effect on the absorption of vitamin B12. These include, in particular, so-called proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole.

In order to function optimally, every single cell in your body needs small amounts of vitamin B12 at all times. Prevent deficiency symptoms that can lead to anemia, mood swings, cardiovascular disease, nerve damage and vascular dementia. The easiest way to find out whether you are suffering from a vitamin B12 deficiency is to do a urine test.

You should not use food supplements as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. The recommended daily intake should not be exceeded. Please keep the product out of the reach of small children.