“. . . many people, especially adults over 50, have trouble absorbing B-12. Commonly prescribed drugs can also cause nutritionally deficiencies, including Vitamin B-12, which have been linked to many health conditions.” – Dr. E F Group
Vitamin B-12 is one of the more discussed vitamins and for good reason. It is important for your health overall as it helps several organs and systems in your body function properly, including the brain, the nervous and skeletal systems, DNA replication and energy creation processes.
Let’s take a look at a few reasons why it’s important to make sure you’re getting enough Vitamin B-12.
1. B-12 Supports Cardiovascular Health
You’ve probably heard that B-12 is good for cardiovascular health. The way that works is this…
Homocysteine is a protein that naturally forms as a byproduct of your body’s processes. When it builds up, it can corrode and inflame arteries and blood vessels, placing strain on the heart and cardiovascular system. Vitamin B-12 helps converts homocysteine to methionine, a protein the body uses for positive, essential activities.
2. Supports Energy Levels
One of the positive, essential activities that methionine is involved with is cellular energy creation. Continue reading