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Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

6 Causes of a Vitamin B12 Deficiency You've Never Heard Before

Oct 10, 2023
09:46
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Learn about the causes of a vitamin B12 deficiency, including H. pylori infection and the side effects of metformin. Discover remedies for H. pylori, such as broccoli sprouts and probiotics. Explore the impact of genetic variations, synthetic folic acid, laughing gas, and PPIs on vitamin B12 levels.
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  • B12 deficiency can lead to permanent damage to the nervous system, brain, anemia, high levels of homocysteine, and depression.
  • The podcast highlights several lesser-known causes of B12 deficiency such as H. pylori infection, metformin use, genetic variations, synthetic folic acid consumption, laughing gas, and the use of PPIs.

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The Importance of B12 Deficiency

B12 deficiency can lead to permanent damage to the nervous system, brain, anemia, high levels of homocysteine, and depression. Additionally, B12 is essential for neurological functions, including eye health, red blood cell production, and DNA maintenance. Many people worldwide are unknowingly deficient in B12, and it's crucial to understand the causes beyond diet restrictions.

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