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Energy for Exercise & Daily Function B12 is essential for energy production and the synthesis of fatty acids the metabolic processes that determine how energized you feel
Unlike some vitamins, B12 can be stored in the liver for an extended period, sometimes taking years for a deficiency to manifest
More serious B12 deficiencies have the potential to impair heart and neurological function, leading to a wide range of serious symptoms, including but not limited to tinnitus, severe joint pain, memory problems, depression, anxiety, poor muscle function, ataxia and changes in reflexes
Clinicians may monitor complete blood counts, vitamin B12 levels, methylmalonic acid, homocysteine, potassium, or other markers depending on the situation
UK guidance emphasises the importance of prompt, adequate treatment of confirmed B12 deficiency to prevent irreversible neurological harm