2.  B12 also called cobalamin  Vitamin B12 has become one of the most popular and controversial vitamins.  Found naturally in the foods we eat  Lack of vitamin B12 can cause anemia

3.  One of eight B vitamins  Vitamin B12 is a water soluble vitamin  It is commonly used with other B vitamins  Helps with brain and nervous system function  Help with the formation of blood

4.  B12 is found in ◦ Beef liver & Liver  Best source ◦ Fish ◦ Shellfish ◦ Meat ◦ Eggs ◦ Dairy products

5.  The recommended amount of B12 depends on your age. ◦ Most people get more then the recommended amount in there daily diet  Adults need 2.4 micrograms (mcg)  Pregnant teens and women need 2.6 mcg  Breastfeeding teens and women 2.8 mcg

6.  Heart disease ◦ Has not been proven to help prevent heart as once thought  Dementia ◦ Scientist do not know if B12 can help prevent or treat dementia  Energy and athletic performance ◦ Has not been proven to increase energy levels, except in people with B12 deficiency

7.  Deficiency may be due to ◦ Poor diet ◦ Lack of nutrition during pregnancy ◦ Vegetarian diet  Symptoms ◦ Red tongue ◦ Pale skin ◦ Fatigue ◦ Loss of appetite  Treatment ◦ B12 shoots once a month ◦ High-dose B12 vitamin by mouth  If shoots are not need

8.  Not having enough B12 can have adverse effects on your health.  Most People get more then the recommended amounts from food  Has not been proven to provide increased energy to individuals with deficiency

9.  This information should not be used in the place of any medical advice given by your provider. If you have any questions about what is best for you and your overall health, you should talk to your doctor before using any dietary supplements.

10.  Anemia-B12 deficiency. (2012, February 8). Retrieved from MedlinePlus: www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/0 00574.htm  Vitamin B12. (n.d.). Retrieved from Office of Dietary Supplements: http://ods.od/nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminsB1 2-QuickFacts/