Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role in converting food into cellular energy. A deficiency in this vitamin can lead to energy production issues and anemia, often resulting in fatigue and lack of energy. However, increasing B12 levels through diet or supplements can effectively improve energy levels.
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Does Vitamin B12 Give You Energy?
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Have you heard that vitamin B12 could give you an energy boost? Is there any truth to that, Like other B vitamins, Vitamin B12 is a nutrient involved in the conversion of energy from our food into ATP or cellular energy. For that reason, if you are low in B12, you could have a problem making energy. Also, B12 is involved in making red blood cells, so if you’re deficient in B12, you can develop anemia, which is a lack of healthy red blood cells. This can also lead to fatigue or lack of energy. If you’re deficient in vitamin B12, then getting your levels up with food or supplements to a normal level can help you feel more energetic. Anecdotally, some people, especially vegans and vegetarians report feeling more energetic after even a single shot or dose of B12. So if you’re looking to increase your vitamin B12 levels, which is better shots or supplements, check out my next video to find out.