Not just heart attacks! This symptom is also seen in vitamin B12 deficiency; identify it quickly without delay.

News Topical, Digital Desk : Vitamin B12 is considered essential for proper development. It is crucial for red blood cell formation and DNA synthesis. Therefore, adequate amounts are essential for good health and proper functioning. However, if you are still deficient, it could mean you are not getting enough of the vitamin or are unable to absorb it.

It's an essential vitamin, meaning it's essential for your body to function properly. Your body can't produce it on its own, so you need to get it through diet or supplements. If it's not adequately supplied, vitamin B12 deficiency can occur, leading to a variety of symptoms.

Vitamin B12 deficiency can be serious

Dr. Sanjeev Chaudhary, Chairman of Cardiology at Maringo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram, says that symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency typically include dry lips, fatigue, and pale skin. However, if left untreated, the deficiency  can lead to anemia  and nervous system problems. In this article, let's explore some common and serious symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency, which can help you identify it early.

Common symptoms of vitamin 12 deficiency

• Shortness of breath during activity
• Dry lips
• Glossitis (inflammation of the tongue)
• Pale conjunctiva (the tissue lining the inside of your eyelids)
• Yellowing of the skin
• Tiredness

Its deficiency can also cause nerve related problems-

• Difficulty walking
• Dizziness
• Vision problems
• memory loss
• Tingling in hands and feet

Causes of Vitamin B12 Deficiency

• Autoimmune disorders: Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune disorder that makes it difficult for the small intestine to absorb vitamin B12.
• Poor diet: Vitamin B12 is found in animal-based foods, such as fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products. If you don't include enough vitamin B12-rich foods in your diet, you   may develop a vitamin B12 deficiency .
• Poor absorption: Some people cannot absorb vitamin B12 effectively due to intestinal damage or surgery.

These foods remove the deficiency

• Unshelled cooked clams
• Dairy products like yogurt and cheese
• eggs
• Fish (salmon and tuna)
• Fortified breakfast cereals, non-dairy plant milks, and nutritional yeast
• Tempeh
• turkey

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