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Is it possible to be deficient in B12 even if you eat meat?

Is it possible to be deficient in B12 even if you eat meat?

In very rare cases, pernicious anemia (caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency) due to malabsorption of vitamin B12 even after consuming meat.

Last updated on 31 May 2023

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Is low stomach acid real?

Yes, hypochlorhydria is a deficiency of stomach acid and it is real.

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Can I take vitamin B12 with pantoprazole?

Yes one can take them together to ensure the prevention of vitamin B12 deficiency.

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Can the extreme deficiency of vitamin D cause GERD?

Yes, extreme deficiency of vitamin D is associated with GERD which causes a burning sensation in the chest.

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How do you test stomach acid levels?

An esophageal pH test measures how often stomach acid enters the esophagus, the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. It also measures how long the acid stays there.

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Why should I take vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep your body's blood and nerve cells healthy. It also helps make DNA, the genetic material in all of your cells. Research is suggestive that vitamin B12 also helps prevent megaloblastic anemia, a blood condition that makes people tired and weak.

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