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    Understanding Your B12 Deficiency

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    Truth vs. Myth About B12

    Vitamin B12 supplements are hailed as a remedy for everything from weight loss to Alzheimer’s. Do they really help? Learn the truth.

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    Inside Look at B12 and Your Body

    What happens when you don’t get enough vitamin B12?

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    Quiz Yourself on Your Vitamin B12 Deficiency

    Take this quiz to see how much you know about vitamin B12.

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    The 411 on B12

    Vitamin B12 is essential for good health, but some people may not be getting enough. Learn about symptoms of B12 deficiency and how it can be treated.

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    What Causes It?

    Most people have enough B12, but a deficiency can happen. Learn about the most common causes, from what you eat to other health conditions you have.

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    Foods You Should Eat

    Extra B12 comes in shots and supplements, but you can also get it from certain foods. Read on to learn which foods are highest in B12.

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    Injections, Sprays, and More

    Have you been diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency? Here’s what you need you know to manage your condition and live a healthy life.

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    What if You Don’t Treat Your Deficiency?

    If you ignore your B12 deficiency, it could lead to health issues -- some minor and some serious. Here’s what you need to know.

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