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 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 unwanted signs and symptoms
in fact there are a few health dangers of having a vitamin b12 deficiency
and that is exactly what we are going to talk about 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
the first dangerous sign that we should mention is you may experience increased levels of fatigue
fatigue is one of the most common signs of vitamin b12 deficiency because this vitamin
is involved in the production of red blood cells red blood cells contain a property
known as hemoglobin which transport oxygens to all of the other cells and tissues of the body
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 and unfortunately fatigue negatively impacts every other aspect
of our lives which is why it's something that we should definitely strive to avoid pale skin is
another unfortunate symptom to be aware of 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 a lack of red blood cells in circulation
causes the pigmentation of your skin to become pale in color and a vitamin b12 deficiency can
also 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 jaundiced discoloration of your skin
another symptom to be aware of is mood swings studies found that people who are deficient in
vitamin b12 have higher homocysteine levels which can cause damage to the brain tissue and interrupt
the signals that travel to and from the brain this can lead to mood swings and emotional instability
researchers also found that there is a link between a vitamin b12 deficiency
and mood disorders such as depression and dementia in some cases another danger of b12 deficiency
that we should mention is dizziness 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
again it all goes back to a lack of production of red blood cells in the body blurred vision
is the next important symptom that we should discuss 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 transmit 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 will
know more about your individual condition and can provide information on the risks benefits
and recommended dosages the next symptom on our list is the uncomfortable feeling of tingling in
your hands and 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 of 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 vitamin b12 it produces less myelin which affects the nervous system and
can result in tingling sensations that you may be feeling keep in mind that this symptoms 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 if you have difficulty concentrating this could be
a sign of a vitamin b12 deficiency 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 b12 deficiency with dementia alzheimer's
disease and parkinson's disease this type of cognitive impairment is believed to be related
to less oxygen reaching the brain again this is due to a lack of red blood cells
the next dangerous sign that you should be aware of is changes in mobility if left untreated it can
disrupt your coordination and balance which can lead to serious injuries that result from false
once again this occurs as a result of nerve damage that is caused by a lack of vitamin b12
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
next up on our list is a loss of appetite 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 we need to discuss if you've noticed that your tongue is
swollen inflamed or red in appearance this is a condition known as glossitis and as you may
have guessed 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 that you
talk or eat and when your body is lacking this essential vitamin it can cause more painful
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recap these are the top 10 dangers that can come from a vitamin b12 deficiency you have increased
levels of fatigue pale skin mood swings dizziness blurred vision tingling in your hands or feet
difficulty concentrating changes in mobility a loss of appetite and mouth pain just to name a few
millions of people around the world are trying to avoid the dangers that can come from a vitamin b12
deficiency hopefully the information that you learn 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
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