Webber Naturals Vitamin B12

Vitamin b12 does more than build red blood cells and prevent anemia. It is needed for healthy functioning of the brain and nerves, and helps the body metabolize fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.in some people, especially those over age 50, the body does not produce sufficient intrinsic factor, a component of stomach acid required for absorbing vitamin b12. Likewise, vitamin b12 is poorly absorbed by people who suffer digestive disorders, such as crohns or celiac disease, and people who have had gastrointestinal surgery. Vegetarians and vegans can also receive too little vitamin b12 since the main dietary sources of b12 are meat and cheese. In addition, recent studies show that b12 deficiency is common even among young people who eat meat. A deficiency of vitamin b12 can cause neurological decline even before symptoms of anemia appear. It can also cause elevated homocysteine levels, which increase the risk for heart disease.webber naturals vitamin b12 is easily absorbed under the tongue, thus bypassing the stomach and providing vitamin b12 directly into the bloodstream.ingredients: vitamin b12. 2,500 mcgnon-medicinal ingredients: d-mannitol, croscarmellose sodium, natural cherry flavour, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant).directions (adults): dissolve 1 tablet under the tongue daily or as directed by a physician. Consult a physician for use beyond 4 months. Keep out of reach of children.