Instead, doctors should listen to their patients and treat based on signs alone
Chang emphasizes that selecting the most appropriate location can make a significant difference in how quickly and efficiently the body absorbs the vitamin
When you take enough B12, your metabolism gets an extra boost
It also supports enzymes such as lysyl oxidase, which crosslink collagen fibers and help build a stronger, more stable extracellular matrix [8]
Beyond weight loss, early exploratory data suggest potential benefits including: Reductions in HbA1c (a marker of blood sugar control) in people with type 2 diabetes Improvements in lipid profiles (cholesterol and triglycerides) Reductions in liver fat, which may be relevant for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD, formerly NAFLD), though these findings are preliminary Possible cardiovascular benefits
Vitamin B12 protects the aging brain