Does B12 make you pee a lot?

Table of Contents:

1. Does B12 make you pee a lot?
2. Does B12 affect your teeth?
3. What are the neurological symptoms of B12 deficiency?
4. Can Vitamin B12 deficiency affect your eyes?
5. How long does it take for nerves to heal from B12 deficiency?
6. Who is at most risk of a deficiency of vitamin B12?
7. How much B12 should a vegan take daily?
8. Can low B12 cause weight gain?

Does B12 make you pee a lot?

(Remember that B12 is a water-soluble vitamin, so if you take too much you'll pee it out.) Still sluggish?

Does B12 affect your teeth?

Vitamin B12. A Vitamin B12 deficiency can increase your risk of a severe form of gum disease called periodontitis.

What are the neurological symptoms of B12 deficiency?

A lack of vitamin B12 can cause neurological problems, which affect your nervous system, such as:

• vision problems.
• memory loss.
• pins and needles (paraesthesia)
• loss of physical co-ordination (ataxia), which can affect your whole body and cause difficulty speaking or walking.

Can Vitamin B12 deficiency affect your eyes?

Disturbed or blurred vision can also occur as a result of a Vitamin B12 deficiency. This happens when the deficiency causes damage to the optic nerve that leads to your eyes. The nervous signal that travels from the eye to the brain is disturbed due to this damage, leading to impaired vision.

How long does it take for nerves to heal from B12 deficiency?

Neurologic improvement begins within the first week also and is typically complete in 6 weeks to 3 months.

Who is at most risk of a deficiency of vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 Intakes and Status For children aged 2–19, mean daily intakes of vitamin B12 from food range from 3.

How much B12 should a vegan take daily?

All vegans should take 250 mcg per day of a B12 supplement. All lacto-ovo vegetarians should consider taking 250 mcg per day of a B12 supplement a few times per week.

Can low B12 cause weight gain?

People with vitamin B12 deficiency are likely to experience a wide range of symptoms, though weight gain is unlikely one of them. If you're experiencing unexplained weight gain, consider discussing it with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian to determine the root cause.