This group may include: Vegetarians and vegans Individuals with gastrointestinal disorders that hinder absorption, such as Crohn's disease or celiac disease Older adults, as absorption tends to decrease with age People who have undergone weight loss surgeries If you identify with any of these categories or have experienced symptoms of deficiency, consulting with a healthcare professional about vitamin B12 shots may be a wise decision
In terms of weight loss, if you have a vitamin B12 deficiency, which is likely, you will lose some of the vitamin B12 shot in the first 48 hours, but at least 50% of it will be stored in your liver
That combination of symptoms is something our team at Southdowns Pharmacy Group hears about regularly
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin
The neurological symptoms can be particularly concerning
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