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Our bodies require a daily intake of essential vitamins and minerals in order to properly function. If one of these components is deficient, it can result in a myriad of health troubles. Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is naturally found in foods of animal origin such as eggs, poultry, fish, shellfish, red meat and dairy products. Vitamin B12 is an essential micronutrient — a water-soluble B vitamin [cobalamin] — that is essential for normal blood formation and neurological function. It's involved in the metabolism of every cell in the body, especially affecting DNA synthesis, regulation, and stability, acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in the synthesis of nucleotides, as well as fatty acid synthesis, energy production, and has antioxidant properties.

Benefits:

Muscular [Intramuscular/IM] injection of Vitamin B12 benefits:

  • improve metabolism,

  • boost energy levels,

  • regulate sleep patterns,

  • regulate mood,

  • support brain functions,

  • strengthen immunity,

  • supports heart and bone health,

  • enhances skin, hair, and nails, while also supporting underlying deficiencies leading to hair loss,

  • reduces risk of anemia,

  • support vision, such as AMD / Age-related Macular Degeneration and other vision problems,

  • provide antioxidant benefits,

  • reduce pain, especially neurologic pain, as an anti-inflammatory.

B12 deficiency

For the human body, we utilize B12 from animal sources in our diet — those who are unable to absorb an adequate amount of B12 due to dietary restrictions or health concerns may need to get a natural supplement through a B12 injections, thereby bypassing the digestive system and allowing for effective utilization of this micronutrient.

What are some causes of B12 deficiency?

  • MTHFR gene mutations [MTHFR = methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene]

  • overuse of acid blockers / antacids such as PPI’s/Proton Pump Inhibitors,

  • use of certain medications, including chemotherapy,

  • vegan or vegetarian diets, or low animal protein dietary patterns,

  • gut troubles including gluten intolerance / sensitivity, other food intolerances,

  • parasitic infections of the gut,

  • a high sugar diet, high consumption of alcohol,

  • some autoimmune conditions,

  • and inevitably, age & lifestyle.

What are symptoms of B12 deficiency?

  • brain fog, memory loss, confusion,

  • lethargy, tiredness, fatigue,

  • muscular pain, cramps,

  • headaches, visual problems,

  • nerve pain: numbness & tingling [neuropathies],

  • weakness, poor balance,

  • gastrointestinal issues,

  • anxiety and depression,

  • anemia, or a pale affect,

  • dryness,

  • red and sore tongue, mouth ulcers and sores.

different Forms of vitmain B12:

There are 4 forms of B12:

  1. Methylcobalamin (naturally occuring form),

  2. Adenosylcobalamin (naturally occuring form),

  3. Hydroxycobalamin (naturally occuring form),

  4. Cyanocobalamin (*synthetic form).

    *While the first 3 forms are naturally occuring whilc cyanocobalamin is a man-made, synthetic form often found in vitamin supplements and vitamin additives in food.

At Roots Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine LLC, we use the natural hydroxycobalamin and methylcobalamin forms. While the methyl form is the most bio-available form of Vitamin B12, not every individual may utilize this form fully. If one has genetic/epigenetic mutations in their MTHFR gene, there may be difficulty with methyl-B12 absorbtion; therefore, hydroxycobalamin becomes a superior choice.

Hydroxocobalamin is a precursor to the other active forms of vitamin B12: methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin. In B12 metabolism, the body converts hydroxocobalamin into these other forms, which are then used for various biochemical processes. Hydroxocobalamin is a popular form of vitamin B12 because it is highly bioavailable, binds well to transport molecules in the body allowing it to circulate in the blood for a longer period of time than the other forms of B12, and is better absorbed by individuals with certain genetic mutations.

If you have further questions regarding B12 injections, please contact us!

>We may be adding Vitamin D3 injections soon — please stay tuned!