vitamin b12 is an essential nutrient that plays a key role in the human body
it helps with the production of red blood cells and keeps the nervous system functioning properly
it's important to remember that our body does not create vitamin b12 on its own which means that we
must obtain this nutrient from the foods that we eat in our diet unfortunately a major portion of
the adult population is not getting enough of this important vitamin which can lead to
a number of physical and psychological problems this is known as having a vitamin b12 deficiency
and can lead to many of the signs and symptoms that you may be experiencing
and that is exactly what we are going to discuss in this video be sure to watch until the end
because there's one that not too many people are aware of so if you're ready let's get into it
just a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for
informational purposes only but the first symptom of a vitamin b12 deficiency to be aware of is
increased levels of fatigue fatigue is one of the most common signs of a vitamin b drug deficiency
because this vitamin is involved in the production of red blood cells red blood cells contain a
property known as hemoglobin which transport oxygen to all the other cells and tissues of
the body so if your body isn't getting enough vitamin b12 it inhibits the production of red
blood cells which means that your body cannot transport oxygen effectively this leaves you
feeling weak and tired and explains why increased levels of fatigue is one of the most common signs
of a vitamin b12 deficiency another sign to look for is pale skin the skin of those who
are deficient in vitamin b12 tends to have a pale or slightly jaundiced appearance
this sign is also due to the role that vitamin b12 plays in the production of red blood cells the
lack of red blood cells and circulation causes the pigmentation of your skin to become pale in color
a vitamin b12 deficiency also can result in excess bilirubin which is a brown colored
substance that is produced by the liver when excess bilirubin is present it can result
in a yellow or jaundice discoloration of your skin mood swings are another sign to look for
that is because studies found that people who are deficient in vitamin b12
have higher homocysteine levels which can cause damage to brain tissue and interrupt the signals
that travel to and from the brain ultimately this can lead to mood swings and emotional instability
researchers also found that there is a link between vitamin b12 deficiency
and mood disorders such as depression and dementia in some cases the next sign on our list
is dizziness as previously mentioned a vitamin b12 deficiency leads to anemia which can result
in feelings of shortness of breath over time this can make you feel weak lightheaded and off balance
which explains why dizziness is a common indicator that your body is low in vitamin b12
again it all goes back to a lack of reduction of red blood cells in the body
blurred vision is another sign to be aware of earlier i mentioned that a lack of vitamin b12
can lead to damage within the nervous system this includes the optic nerve which is a
bundle of more than one million nerve fibers that transport sensory information for vision to occur
when this transmission is affected it can result in optic neuropathy which explains
why those who are lacking vitamin b12 may be experiencing blurred or disturbed vision
while losing clear vision can be alarming taking a vitamin b12 supplement has been shown to reverse
this unwanted symptom however as always please speak with your doctor first before doing so
because they know more about your individual condition and can provide information on the risk
benefits and recommended dosages another common symptom that you may experience is tingling in
your hands or feet as you can see nerve damage is quite common with a vitamin b12 deficiency
another side effect of nerve damage is the feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands and feet
vitamin b12 plays an important role in the production of myelin
which is a fatty substance that surrounds the nerves to provide both insulation and protection
when your body is lacking in vitamin b12 it produces less myelin which affects
the nervous system and can result in those tingling sensations that you may be feeling
keep in mind that this symptom has other causes as well but i just wanted to bring to your attention
that it could very well be because your body isn't getting enough vitamin b12 moving right along
if you have difficulty concentrating this could be an indication that your body is deficient in
vitamin b12 technically speaking this is known as a cognitive impairment which means that you
may have a hard time concentrating thinking or reasoning it can even include memory loss as well
some studies have linked a vitamin b-12 deficiency with dementia alzheimer's and parkinson's disease
this type of cognitive impairment is believed to be related to less oxygen reaching the brain
again due to a lack of red blood cells if you've experienced changes in mobility then
it's possible that you may have a vitamin b12 deficiency and if left untreated it can disrupt
your coordination and balance which can lead to serious injuries that results from faults
once again this occurs as a result of nerve damage caused by a lack of vitamin b12 which we discussed
earlier in this video while this symptom is more common in the elderly population it can occur in
those who are younger as well especially if your body is deficient in vitamin b12 for an extended
period of time the next symptom on our list is a loss of appetite that's right your digestive
tract can also be affected when your body is not taking in enough vitamin b12 with fewer red blood
cells there is less oxygen reaching your gut a lack of oxygen in this area can result in nausea
and diarrhea due to these symptoms and digestive problems people with a vitamin b12 deficiency
often experience a loss of appetite which can have a negative impact on the body in a number
of ways mouth pain is yet another symptom that i want to bring to your attention if you've noticed
that your tongue is swollen inflamed or red in appearance this is a condition known as glossitis
and you guessed it this condition often occurs when a vitamin b12 deficiency is present
the inflammation in your mouth can be painful and unpleasant and even affect the way you talk or eat
when your body is lacking this essential vitamin it can cause more painful ulcers to develop in
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that can come from a vitamin b12 deficiency hopefully the information that you learned
in this video can help you do just that with that said keep in mind that we are not doctors in this
video should not be taken as medical advice again this video is for informational purposes only
but hopefully you learned a thing or two and hopefully you're now one step closer to improving
your overall health and thus improving the overall quality of your life if so be sure to let us know
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