Diet Nutrition Information
|
Good Dietary Sources of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)Foods that contain Vitamin B12 include: - Pig's liver and kidney Optimum Intake of Vitamin B12Sunlight and alcohol may deplete the content or absorption of cobalamin in food, while sleeping pills will also reduce it's effectiveness. Vitamin B12 in a Vegetarian DietOf all the B vitamins, B12 is the only one not found in plant foods. So for vegetarians who don't eat eggs or cheese, B12 supplements or recourse to B12-fortified foods will be necessary. Tempeh, miso, and sea vegetables are not reliable sources of vitamin B12 for vegans, due to the effects of food processing. B12 Supplements for VegansA B12 supplement should contain an active
form of cyanocobalamin or hydroxocobalamin. B12 supplement dosage should
be about 5 micrograms daily. Nutrition Resources About Vitamin B12Recommended
Daily Allowance
|