DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 73, and I was worried about dementia. Turns out, I am “normal.” However, the neurologist told me to take 2,000 mcg of B12 daily. My multivitamin has 100 mcg, which is 4,167% of ...
Medically reviewed by Sohaib Imtiaz, MD Key Takeaways Take vitamin B12 on an empty stomach in the morning or early afternoon to maximize absorption and avoid sleep disruptions.Vegans, older adults, ...
Vitamin B12 is essential for red blood cells, DNA synthesis and your cognitive health. Taking your vitamin B12 supplement at breakfast time may help with efficacy. While side effects are rare, vitamin ...
Metformin is the first therapy for almost everyone with type 2 diabetes, but studies show that the drug creates a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Your clinician should test your B12 levels regularly ...