One review concluded that vitamin B12 plays a key role in fat metabolism, noting that a deficiency could be linked to increased fat accumulation and obesity ( Another animal study found that severe vitamin B12 deficiency led to a significant increase in body fat percentage and cholesterol levels in pregnant mice ( Whats more, one animal study showed that administering B vitamins to rats fed a high fat diet reduced weight gain and increased levels of several enzymes that influence metabolism, compared with a control group ( However, current evidence is lacking, and additional high quality studies are needed to determine how vitamin B12 may affect metabolism and body fat in humans
Methylation and methyl donor status NNMT consumes methyl donors as part of its enzymatic function
Tran will work closely with you to ensure that any treatment planincluding B12 injectionsis tailored to your unique needs and health goals, supporting the well-being of every member of your family
Can I take B-12 supplements instead
This is very important for those with severe deficiencies
Without barriers such as digestion, the body absorbs 15-97% of the injected B12, making injections much more efficient at raising blood levels quickly even if the pill dose is higher
