Vitamin B12, plays an important role in the metabolism of nerve tissue, protein, fats and carbohydrates. It also aids in the production of DNA/RNA and red blood cells. It also plays a role in the health of the spinal cord. A lack of adequate levels o...
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Vitamin B12, plays an important role in the metabolism of nerve tissue, protein, fats and carbohydrates. It also aids in the production of DNA/RNA and red blood cells. It also plays a role in the health of the spinal cord. A lack of adequate levels of Vitamin B12 may lead to pernicious anemia, lack of energy, weakness, muscle soreness, mental and nervous disorders, poor reflexes, speaking difficulty and nerve degeneration.
Methylcobalamin is the methylated, coenzyme form of B-12 (cobalamin) active in the brain and central nervous system.
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Angela - June 4, 2006, 03:46
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Which food contains B-12. What is the treatment of Bell's palsy.
ZooScape Moderator - June 5, 2006, 15:31
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Vitamin B12 is found in all foods of animal origin, including dairy, eggs, meat, poultry, and fish. According to one report, small, inconsistent amounts occur in seaweed (including nori and chlorella) and tempeh. Many researchers and healthcare professionals believe that people cannot rely on vegetarian sources to provide predictably sufficient quantities of vitamin B12. However, another study found substantial amounts of vitamin B12 in nori (at least 55 mcg per 100 grams of dry weight).
Bell’s palsy is a disorder of the nerve that controls certain muscles of the face. People with Bell’s palsy lose control of some or all of the muscles on one half of the face; consequently, the face looks asymmetrical. Rarely are both sides of the face affected. The cause is unknown, and the disorder usually resolves without treatment within six to twelve months. People with diabetes or hypertension have greater-than-average risk for Bell’s palsy. While no research has investigated whether better control of these conditions may help prevent Bell’s palsy, people with Bell’s palsy should be checked for diabetes and hypertension, especially if the palsy occurs repeatedly or affects both sides of the face. Some common symptoms of Bell’s palsy include a rapid onset of weakness, numbness, heaviness, or paralysis of one side of the face. People with Bell’s palsy may also have symptoms of pain behind the ear, inability to completely close one eye, drooling, and speech difficulties.
Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause nerve degeneration, and both oral and injected vitamin B12 have been used to treat many types of nerve disorders. One older case report described successful treatment of chronic Bell’s palsy with vitamin B12 injections of 500 to 1,000 mcg given every one to two days. A more recent trial compared the effect of 500 mcg of injected vitamin B12 (in the form of methylcobalamin) given three times weekly for at least eight weeks—steroid medication, or both. Researchers found significantly faster recovery in the groups given B12 injections with or without steroids, compared to those given steroids alone.
Directions
As a dietary supplement, take one lozenge 1 to 2 times daily by holding under the tongue until dissolved.
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