Internal Medicine Specialist Kamuran Kaya made general statements about vitamin B12. Kaya stated that B12 protects nerve tissue and brain functions and also ensures the production of red blood cells, adding, “Vitamin B12 cannot be produced by the human body on its own. Therefore, it must be supplemented from the outside; This need is usually met with animal foods. Especially meat, eggs, fish, milk and dairy products contain high levels of vitamin B12.
PROTECTS FROM HARMFUL VIRUSES AND BACTERIA
Internal Medicine Specialist Kamuran Kaya stated that vitamin B12 strengthens the immune system and said, “Vitamin B12, one of the most basic building blocks for our health, strengthens our immune system by protecting the body from all kinds of harmful viruses and bacteria that may come from the outside. It ensures the correct, fast and regular functioning of the nervous system. It is responsible for the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow. Vitamin B12, which enables cells to produce, renew themselves and live longer, also prevents anemia by increasing the number of blood cells. In addition, the presence of sufficient amount of vitamin B12 in the body is an important factor that strengthens memory and helps learning.
CONSUME THESE NUTRITIONS FOR VITAMIN B12
Specialist Dr. Emphasizing that vitamin B12 cannot be produced by the human body, Kamuran Kaya said, “B12 enters our body through the foods we eat. If there is a deficiency in the body, absorption disorders, inadequate and unhealthy nutrition and digestive problems are seen. Therefore, it is recommended that every individual consume food sources rich in B12. Liver, spleen, kidney, mussel, trout, shrimp, supplemental cereals (for vegans), tuna fish, milk, cheese, yogurt and eggs are the richest sources of vitamin B12.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF B12 DEFICIENCY?
- Vitamin B12 deficiency occurs when the body does not get enough vitamin B12. This can cause serious and permanent damage to the nervous system and brain.
- Untreated and undetected until it reaches a serious level, vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to deep depression, paranoia and delusions, memory loss, urinary incontinence, and even loss of taste and smell.
- The human body needs vitamin B12 for the production of red blood cells, nerves and DNA.
- Vitamin B12 is also known to have a positive effect on fertility.
- Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency may not manifest themselves until the condition reaches serious proportions. Symptoms may also appear gradually and intensify over time.
- Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency include forgetfulness, heart palpitations, weakness, mood disorders, lack of attention and focus, chills, weakness, fatigue, numbness in the limbs (hand, arm and leg), swelling on the tongue, mouth ulcers (aphthae), skin dryness, hair loss, causes weight loss.
- If vitamin B12 deficiency is not treated, it can lead to serious neurological problems and blood disorders. (UAV)