What is vitamin B12?

B12 VIT.UP is a dietary supplement with active, water-soluble vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin). Vitamin B12 plays an important role in many metabolic changes, and its presence in the diet contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, increasing energy.

Vitamin B12 is commonly called cobalamin, and is known by several other terms: methylcobalamin, cyanocobalamin, hydroxocobalamin, "red vitamin" or "anemia vitamin". It belongs to the group of corrinoids synthesized only by bacteria and some algae. The chemical structure of vitamin B12 is very complicated. It is the only vitamin containing a metal atom - cobalt.

The appropriate level of cobalamin in the body determines the maintenance of health. Deficiencies of vitamin B12 lead to disturbances in the work of many systems and the proper course of metabolic processes.

Physically active people - including athletes of endurance disciplines - can register an increase in muscle performance with the use of vitamin B12 and B6 supplementation. B vitamins are involved in intensifying the process of creating erythrocytes.

Vitamin B12, used alongside vitamin B6 and folic acid, inhibits the increase in the level of homocysteine in the blood - an amino acid that increases the risk of a cardiovascular incident.

Why do we need vitamin B12?

Together with other B vitamins, vitamin B12 maintains normal energy metabolism - it participates in the release of energy from food in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. As an organic compound, it is necessary for the proper course of many physiological processes , including hematopoietic (formation of red blood cells, erythrocytes).

The presence of vitamin B12 is essential in the formation of white blood cells. Cobalamin regulates the metabolism of all cells - in particular the bone marrow. In higher doses, it is used in specific disease entities, e.g. anemia and polyneuritis.

Vitamin B12 – role:

• reduction of tiredness (sedative effect)

• improvement of memory and concentration

• maintaining the efficiency of the nervous system

• growth of body cells

• prevention of anemia

• supporting the functioning of the digestive tract

• deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) synthesis

• amino acid synthesis

• bone marrow protein synthesis

Vitamin B12 contributes to the maintenance of normal energy metabolism. Particularly physically active people should take care of its delivery. Cobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the nervous system and in maintaining the proper metabolism of homocysteine. Vitamin B12 reduces tension and stress.

B12 - what is it in?

Good sources of vitamin B12 are organ meats (liver), beef, pork, some fish, milk, eggs and aged cheeses. Vitamin B12 is worth supplementing, especially if you run the risk of its deficiency and adverse health effects. B12 VIT.UP is a dietary food for special medical purposes for dietary management in states of increased demand for vitamin B12.

With age, the efficiency of the absorption mechanisms of vitamin B12 consumed with the diet deteriorates. It is recommended to use proven Muscle Clinic supplements - including B12 VIT.UP in ampoules with liquid methylcobalamin. The risk of developing a deficiency disease is higher in people using a reduction diet or a diet based mainly on products of plant origin (vegetarians).

Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency:

• inhibition of puberty

• degenerative changes of the spinal cord

• peripheral and central nervous system degeneration

Vitamin B12 - in what form to use?

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of B12 VIT.UP. The product should also not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. One ampoule of B12 VIT.UP contains 100 µg of liquid vitamin B12 . Consume one vial a day, directly or after dilution in a glass of water (shake before use).

Composition table B12 VIT.UP

Ingredients: water, aroma: raspberry, preservative: potassium sorbate, sweetener: sucralose, vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin).

*RWS - reference intake value for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal)

Comments

Important information:

• do not exceed the recommended daily intake

• Keep the product out of the reach of small children

• The product should be stored in a dry place at a temperature of up to 25 degrees, out of direct sunlight

• dietary supplement should be consumed before the end: date and batch number on the packaging

The product cannot be used as a substitute for a varied diet. A healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet are recommended.

Source

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H. Ciborowska, A. Rudnicka, Dietetics - nutrition of a healthy and sick person , Warsaw 2016.

M. Jarosz, B. Bułhak-Jachymczyk, Standards of human nutrition - the basis for the prevention of obesity and non-communicable diseases , Warsaw 2008

E. Mindell, The Vitamin Bible , Warsaw 1996.