Animal studies suggest that it reduces NNMT activity, leading to better NAD+ retention, improved metabolic efficiency, and reduced fat mass
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Individuals most likely to benefit include: Those with pernicious anemia People with gastrointestinal disorders (e.g., Crohns disease, celiac disease, chronic gastritis) Patients following bariatric (weight loss) surgery Older adults with absorption difficulties Strict vegetarians or vegans at risk for deficiency People taking medications that can decrease vitamin B12 levels Laboratory testing usually confirms B12 deficiency before starting injections
Picture this: as fat cells expand, they trigger an overproduction of NNMT, slowing down fat cell metabolism the very essence of fat burning
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