Vitamin B12 deficiency can result in serious health issues if left long-term. Tiredness can be a sign you aren’t getting enough of the vitamin.
It also helps to make your red blood cells.
The average adult should get 2.4 mcg a day, 2.6 mcg if pregnant and 2.8 mcg if breastfeeding.
What does a B12 deficiency mean?
Long-term the deficiency can cause nerve damage.
Treatment should begin within six months of experiencing symptoms.
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For those who don’t eat animal products, vitamin B12 supplements are available.
Rosie also discussed iron deficiency symptoms.
Rosie was asked which are the most dangerous and prevalent vitamin deficiencies.
Rosie said: “The most prevalent deficiency that is most notable is an iron deficiency which leads to anemia.”
She said there is one major diet and lifestyle change causing the deficiency. “Many people who change their diet and cut out red meat tend to experience this,” she said.
Source: Daily Express
