Supplementation of vitamin C and B12 at the same time may reduce some of the benefits.
Many people rely on vitamin supplements for their health and well-being, especially during the winter months. Without certain nutrients, our body will struggle to function properly.
Vitamin C and B12 are vital for our body.
Main functions of vitamin C include:
- Helps protect cells and keep them healthy
- Maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, bones and cartilage
- Aiding wound healing
It is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, such as oranges, strawberries, and broccoli.
Without enough vitamin C, we can get scurvy.
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Vitamin B12 is also very important. It can be found in many animal products such as meat, cheese, and eggs. B12 is essential for the formation of red blood cells and DNA.
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Without it, your red blood cells become too large and cannot function properly, which means that they cannot distribute oxygen throughout the body.
This can lead to symptoms such as:
- Extreme fatigue
- Lack of energy
- Paresthesia
- Sick and red tongue
- Mouth ulcers
- Muscle weakness
- Impaired vision
- Psychological problems, which may include depression and confusion
- Problems with memory, understanding, and judgment
“While it is possible to get enough of these vitamins through diet, many people choose to supplement with supplements, usually in tablet form. However, taking them at the same time may negate the effect of vitamin B12 supplementation. Taking vitamin B12 with vitamin C may reduce the amount of vitamin B-12 available in your body. Therefore, it is recommended that you take vitamin C “every two or more hours after “taking a vitamin B12 supplement,” says nutritionist Igor Strokov, especially for MedicForum.
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