A blood test is the clearest way to know if this applies to you
The good news is that B12 is one of the safest vitamins, but there are a few things to know about high-dose supplements and when theyre actually necessary
Common causes of B12 deficiency can include: Limited dietary intake (common in strict vegan or vegetarian diets) Pernicious anemia, an autoimmune condition that prevents proper B12 absorption in the stomach Gastrointestinal surgeries that remove part of the stomach or small intestine Age-related declines in stomach acid production Long-term use of certain medications, such as metformin or proton pump inhibitors, which can reduce the bodys ability to properly absorb vitamin B12
Nothing except for the name, packaging, and the price, a generic drug is called by its chemical name
Temperature excursions above 8C cause irreversible protein denaturationthis isn't a potency reduction, it's complete inactivation
Supplementing with injectable B12 helps treat these low levels and improve your pet's health
