Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an absolutely essential nutrient that our bodies cannot produce on their own
In aged mice, it nearly doubles muscle fiber size and enhances muscle stem cell proliferation, resulting in superior muscle regeneration post-injury 1
the effect is benign and usually fades within 24-48 hours
Amounts of vitamin B12 that are recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board, National Academy of Science-National Research Council for lactating women (4 mcg daily) should be consumed during lactation
INTRODUCTION Vitamin B12 is essential for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and neurologic function[] and is also involved in the metabolism of fat and carbohydrate.[] The clinical manifestations of vitamin B12 deficiency are the effects of depletion on multiple systems, and their severity varies greatly
B12 shots are more easily absorbed into the body and do not require taking an oral supplement daily