Vitamin B12 deficiency has occurred in breastfed infants of vegetarian mothers whose diets contain no animal products (e.g., eggs, dairy), even though the mothers had no symptoms of deficiency at the time
This is part of why B12 has a strong safety record, and it is also why levels sometimes need regular replenishment during active treatment
It can take up to 3-4 months to reverse vitamin B12 deficiency and restore the red blood cell count to normal
Monitor your overall health so that treatment stays appropriate and B12 is not masking another issue such as folate deficiency
The science of B12 Clinically essential and widely studied: Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in red blood cell formation, neurological function, and mitochondrial energy production
Fatty Acid Synthesis : It helps make fatty acids, important for energy and healthy cells