Other factors that could lead to B12 deficiency are: Lack of adequate production of the intrinsic factor needed for B12 absorption B12 deficiency is common in elderly people as absorption of the vitamin reduces with age People who have had any intestinal surgery, such as that for weight loss Those with gut conditions such as Crohn's Disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or celiac disease QUESTION See Answer Vitamin B12 injections Vitamin B12 supplements are given based on the condition that causes deficiency
Yet for those who are reluctant to take tablets or capsules, then of course enriched vegan products are a useful alternative
Its also important for red blood cell formation, neurological function, and DNA synthesis
It is knowing which patient needs a GLP-1 and which one needs a workup, how to titrate through the nausea window without losing the patient, how to protect lean mass during rapid loss, how to screen for the contraindications that matter, and how to tell a patient honestly what an adjunct will and will not do for them
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