b-12 shots

[the_undertow]

i have a vegetarian friend that's now receiving b12 shots because his doctor recommended them. they're actually way cheaper annually than my supplements and absorb better (obviously). his blood work just came back recently saying that he was low on b12 and his doc took a lot of time to explain that it was important for him to supplement with the

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[rebirthoxide]

I have heard about and seen great results from the b12 injections. There are also patches available for those who are needle-shy. They work well too.

[fetishangel]

Are they vegan? I mean, clearly, health is important. I'm just wondering if the convenience and price is worth the actual veganism sacrifice, if they're not. I realize health is important, but, again, I'm just wondering.

[the_undertow]

i was actually wondering the same thing.

[dandelionboy]

i'm not sure about these injections in particular, but most injectable substances are created in labs using synthetic garb.

[deliriantdreams]

Well... I don't know about B-12 injections specifically, but I was given a series of B vitamin injections a few years ago at the request of a naturopath. After years of living with depression and anxiety my nerves were shot and the injections helped a lot (they weren't the only treatment I was undergoing, but they helped) - the levels were much, much higher than something I would absorb through pills or food. The only negative side-effect that I experienced was a weird rush of dizziness not long after the injections, which would pass. I've read that getting a huge dose of B-12 or B vitamins (like in an injection) all at once can have some side-effects, so you may want to do some research on that. :)

[mindfulness]

Friends have used them and helped them heaps. I know a few people with coeliac/celiac which can stop you absorbing b12 and so they obviously benefitted from it.