Vegans need a supplement or fortified food source of which B vitamin to prevent a deficiency?

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vitamin B is an essential nutrient required for the..

*synthesis of all blood cells

*proper functioning of nervous system

*DNA synthesis and a variety of other biological functions

*Providing the body with energy.

Vitamin B12 deficiency is high in vegetarians regardless of the type of vegetarian diet they consume.In very low vitamin B12 intakes can cause anaemia and nervous system damage

.The only reliable vegan source of vitamin B12 are foods fortified with B12 such as some fortified plant plant milk, low fat milk,soy products such as soymilk,tofu.cereals,cheese,nutrtional yeast and vitB12 supplements.Vitamin B12 whether in supplements,fortified foods,or animal products comes from micro organism.To get the full benefit of a vegan diet,vegans should do following...

* Eat fortified food two or three times a days to get at least three micro-organs pf B12 a day.

vitamin B12 supplements are avaiable in pharmacies and grocery and food stores.vegetarians and vegans should consult regarding the most appropriate vitamin B12 supplement.

*Take one b12 supplement daily providinv at least 10 micrograms

*or take a weekly B12 supplement providing at least 2000 micrograms.

Nightingale answered 1 year ago

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