By Alaiyka Parvez Owner, CoLaz Aesthetics Clinic The short version B12 injections are the standard NHS treatment for proven B12 deficiency, most commonly caused by autoimmune gastritis (pernicious anaemia), some medications, gut surgery, or a long-term vegan diet without fortification
That matters
To get the most out of your B12 shot, its a good idea to start with comprehensive bloodwork
Also known as cobalamin, Vitamin B12 helps your body produce DNA, supports brain and nervous system health, and aids in maintaining healthy red blood cells
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Discussion Using a vitamin B 12 deficiency phenotype definition, consistent with previous reports [1, 2], there were 487 (6.8%) deficient individuals of White European ancestry receiving metformin in the UKB cohort out of a total of 7173