4 Great Health Benefits of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

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Domonique D. Hargrove B.A., M.S, NCEP Certified

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Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis.

Vitamin B12 acts as an enzyme cofactor, which means it helps boost your body’s energy production, making your body’s metabolism faster and more efficient. Scientific studies have proven that Vitamin B12 may help to strengthen your immune System. Your immune system is the system of the body that fights infection and disease and that includes especially the white blood cells and antibodies and the organs that produce them.

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In the picture above are white blood cells. “White blood cell” is a less technical term for leukocyte. a Leukocyte is a white blood cell. A Leukocyte is a colorless cell that circulates in the blood and body fluids and is involved in counteracting foreign substances and disease; a white (blood) cell. There are several types, all amoeboid cells with a nucleus, including lymphocytes, granulocytes, monocytes, and macrophages.

Vitamin B12 can also help with Red Blood Cell formation and Anemia Prevention.

Vitamin B-12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin that plays essential roles in red blood cell formation, cell metabolism, nerve function and the production of DNA. Also called Cobalamin Vitamin B12 is very important for the normal formation of red blood cells and for the health of the nerve tissues. Undetected and untreated vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to anemia and permanent nerve and brain damage.

Food sources of vitamin B-12 include poultry, meat, fish and dairy products. Vitamin B-12 is also added to some foods and is available as an oral supplement.

The recommended daily amount of vitamin B-12 for adults is 2.4 micrograms.

Continue to be conscious and proactive about making sure you are getting this essential vitamin in your diet and eating lifestyle!

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