By supplying the active form of B12, ME B12 Forte Injection 1ml bypasses digestive absorption barriers and directly corrects these metabolic deficiencies, enabling rapid DNA synthesis (for blood cells) and myelin repair (for nerves)
This is essentially done because the body can absorb vitamin B12 through shots without going through the digestive system
However, NAD+ levels naturally decline with age
Injections may offer different absorption characteristics than oral routes, though the clinical significance is still being studied
Others who might be prescribed B12 shots are those at the highest risk for a B12 deficiency, including: Vegans, since vitamin B12 is found only in animal products People ages 60 and up since their bodies don't absorb B12 as efficiently People with Crohn's disease or pancreatic disease, since they prevent nutrient absorption People who had weight-loss surgery, which decreases B12 absorption People with an eating disorder People with HIV People with diabetes Since a mild B12 deficiency might not cause symptoms, it can go undetected for years since levels are not checked during routine blood work
Adding b12 does not change this fundamental mechanism