People with vitamin B12 deficiency are prone to physical and mental health problems.
Cobalamin, or vitamin B12 as it is more commonly known is essential to proper bodily functions. However, our bodies do not produce it themselves, and we therefore need to get it through our diets.
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The vitamin is primarily found in animal products, such as meat, fish, poultry, milk and eggs, which is why vegetarians and vegans are mostly at risk of deficiency.
It not treated, vitamin B12 deficiency could lead to a number of physical and mental health problems, from anemia and abnormal sensations to poor heart function and psychosis.
So how can vegans and vegetarians get vitamin B12 into their system without having to eat animal products?
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There are mainly two alternative sources. People who don’t include meats in their diet could resort to fortified foods, such as breakfast cereal and nutritional yeast.
But in most cases, vegans and vegetarians can stick to their natural diet together with supplements. If you suspect vitamin B12 deficiency, contact your physician right away.
