🐂 The Marvels of Vitamin B12 🌟
Foundational Vitamins & Minerals: Part 4 - Vitamin B12
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Foundational Vitamins & Minerals: Part 4 - Vitamin B12
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Before we looks at the benefits of this vitamin, I wanted to provide a list of my favorite food sources of Vitamin B12. Of course when you are shopping look for grass-fed, wild-caught, organic, trustworthy sources (If Affordable). A local farmers market always works!
Some foods rich in B12 include:
Meat: beef, lamb, and poultry
Organ meat: liver and kidneys
Shellfish: oysters, mussels, clams
Fish: salmon, tuna
Dairy: milk, cheese, and yogurt (raw dairy if available)
Eggs: duck or chicken (especially the yolks)
Meat: beef, lamb, and poultry
Organ meat: liver and kidneys
Shellfish: oysters, mussels, clams
Fish: salmon, tuna
Dairy: milk, cheese, and yogurt (raw dairy if available)
Eggs: duck or chicken (especially the yolks)
Now, let's explore the remarkable benefits of vitamin B12:
1️⃣ Essential for Energy: Vitamin B12 is crucial for converting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into usable energy, providing a vital boost to overall metabolism.
1️⃣ Essential for Energy: Vitamin B12 is crucial for converting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into usable energy, providing a vital boost to overall metabolism.
2️⃣ Red Blood Cell Formation: B12 plays a pivotal role in the production of red blood cells, ensuring optimal oxygen delivery throughout the body and preventing anemia.
3️⃣ Nervous System Support: B12 is essential for maintaining a healthy nervous system, aiding in the proper functioning and signaling of nerve cells.
4️⃣ DNA Synthesis: B12 is involved in DNA synthesis, the process responsible for the creation of new genetic material and cellular growth.
5️⃣ Brain Function and Cognitive Health: Adequate B12 levels support brain function, including memory, focus, and cognitive performance, contributing to overall mental well-being.
6️⃣ Mood Regulation: B12 plays a significant role in the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, which helps regulate mood and promotes emotional balance.
7️⃣ Heart Health: B12 helps reduce homocysteine levels, an amino acid associated with an increased risk of heart disease when elevated, promoting cardiovascular well-being.
8️⃣ Boosts Immune System: B12 supports a healthy immune system by contributing to the production of white blood cells, enhancing the body's defense against infections.
9️⃣ Cell Repair and Growth: B12 aids in the repair and growth of body tissues, supporting the maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and nails.
🔟 Reduces Fatigue: Adequate B12 levels can alleviate fatigue and increase energy levels, helping combat feelings of exhaustion and promoting overall vitality.
1️⃣1️⃣ Supports Digestive Health: B12 aids in maintaining a healthy digestive system by promoting the production of digestive enzymes and supporting gut health.
Embrace the benefits of vitamin B12, obtained through food or appropriate supplementation. I would focus on fixing diet first and only revert to supplementation if diet fails.
Always try to obtain nutrients through diet before supplementing.
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Always try to obtain nutrients through diet before supplementing.
Follow @AncientEsthetic for more!
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