📌Key Takeaways
What is Vitamin B12? A crucial nutrient for healthy nerve tissue, brain function, and the production of red blood cells and DNA.
Why Deficiency Happens: It’s most common in those following a vegan or vegetarian diet, older adults, and individuals with digestive issues that impair nutrient absorption.
Common Symptoms: The signs are often neurological (like pins and needles or memory issues) or related to anemia (like fatigue and pale skin).
What to Do: If you recognize several of these symptoms, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional who can confirm a deficiency with a simple blood test.
