Moison RM, van Hoof EJ, Clahsen PC, van Zoeren-Grobben D, Berger HM
A 12-week randomized controlled trial in vegans and vegetarians with marginal deficiency (Effect of two different sublingual dosages of vitamin B12 on cobalamin nutritional status, Del Bo and colleagues, Clinical Nutrition , 2018, 40 subjects) found that even a modest sublingual dose of about 50 mcg per day restored serum B12 and improved holotranscobalamin, methylmalonic acid, and homocysteine, which confirms that sublingual liquid B12 can correct a marginal deficiency in plant-based eaters
Even if these compounds are reclassified as expected, it may take months for compounding pharmacies to ramp up the supply because they will need to stock up on pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, says Brunner who represents the industry trade group
This can result in an anti-aging effect on the skin
We also coordinate with your GP if you have a confirmed B12 deficiency that needs ongoing medical management