A B-12 shot is an injection of Vitamin B-12, or cyanocobalamin, which is an essential nutrient for many bodily functions. These injections are known to boost energy levels, brain function, and metabolism. B-12 injections are now available at Texas Heart & Vein.
Older adults, people with digestive issues, and vegans are at a higher risk of developing a Vitamin B-12 deficiency. With many benefits, let’s discover why you should get a B-12 shot at our office today.
B-12 is essential for energy, and if you don’t have enough, you will feel fatigued. It helps to convert fat and protein into energy for the body, and B-12 helps in the formation of red blood cells.
Along with helping the formation of red blood cells, B-12 also maintains the nerve that optimizes signaling from your brain. Many people with B-12 deficiency report having foggy brain or difficulty concentrating.
B-12 deficiency can lead to anxiety, depression, and mood swings. B-12 shots boost your mood by increasing the production of serotonin.
Vegetarians are at risk of developing a B-12 deficiency, due to the vitamin mostly being found in meat, eggs, poultry, dairy products, and other animal products.
Weight loss surgery interferes with the body’s ability extract Vitamin B-12 from food, resulting in low B-12 levels. B-12 deficiency has also been linked to increased fat accumulation and obesity.
With a lack of acid in the stomach, the body is unable to properly absorb nutrients from food. This acid is essential in the release of B-12. This is commonly due to age, stress, and medications, such as PPIs.
Similarly, the presence of conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, Celiac disease, or lactose intolerance, limits the amount of B-12 absorbed into the body.
Conditions such as autoimmune disease or pernicious anemia cause an inability to make the intrinsic factor that is essential for Vitamin B-12 absorption. This difficulty results in limited absorption of B-12 from food and dietary supplements.
If you are interested in getting a Vitamin B-12 shot, make an appointment with our office to discuss with our healthcare providers.
