One review concluded that vitamin B12 plays a key role in fat metabolism, noting that a deficiency could be linked to increased fat accumulation and obesity ( Another animal study found that severe vitamin B12 deficiency led to a significant increase in body fat percentage and cholesterol levels in pregnant mice ( Whats more, one animal study showed that administering B vitamins to rats fed a high fat diet reduced weight gain and increased levels of several enzymes that influence metabolism, compared with a control group ( However, current evidence is lacking, and additional high quality studies are needed to determine how vitamin B12 may affect metabolism and body fat in humans
While supplements can be beneficial, consulting with a healthcare provider to tailor your regimen to your specific needs is essential
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Anemia Irritability Depression Lack of energy Pale skin Shortness of breath Tingling sensations in hands or feet Balance problems Whats super important to also note is that if you have issues with high caffeine use or poor sleep, you cant fix that with B12
At the study endpoint, after 12 h of fasting, mice were euthanized by intraperitoneal injection of 3% sodium pentobarbital (60 mg/kg)
