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As always, an incredible amount of disinformation regarding B12. The fascination with B12 is largely to do with non-vegans looking for a reason to eat meat. Th
by hobbitstan 4y ago
As always, an incredible amount of disinformation regarding B12.
The fascination with B12 is largely to do with non-vegans looking for a reason to eat meat. They ‘think’ B12 is the proof they need to continue their lifestyle.
Here’s all you need to know: https://www.forksoverknives.com/wellness/vitamin-b12-questions-answered-2/ https://www.forksoverknives.com/wellness/vitamin-b12-questio...
I’ll also add that, as a vegan of 8 years who takes no supplements or eats any special fortified foods, my B12 levels have always tested as slightly above the recommendations. That’s with me taking daily acid reflux medication also.
- landemva 4y agoWhat blood work do you get? Frequency, cost? I'm thinking of starting a baseline for myself.
- thevagrant 4y agoPeople absorb b12 differently so while you may be doing well, another may not. It's good for people to be aware. As someone who experienced low b12, my doctor mentioned that some people develop symptoms and improve from treatment when their b12 levels are at lower bound compared to general population (but not below the lab specified threshold to be considered low).
- ncmncm 4y agoI guess you eat tempeh, sauerkraut, nori, or something else fermented that has microbial B12, or drink soy milk that has it added. Feel smug knowing you are luckier than some.
- netmonk 4y agoFunny that after 8 years of a supposed healthy rad diet, you still have to take daily acid Reflux medication. My own experience is that i had to take for almost 10 years pills against acid reflux at huge dose (after each meals) when i was obese and on Standard Western Diet. After loosing 42kg on Keto and being mostly carnivore for more than 2 years now, i never had an acid reflux episode since 4 years. But at least your b12 level is good...