Solgar Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 5000 mcg

Vitamin B-12 is a naturally occurring B Complex vitamin that promotes the health of the circulatory and nervous systems. Each nutrient in the Solgar Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 Complex performs a unique role in maintaining proper metabolic functioning and is essential for well-being. Solgar Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 supports energy metabolism by working with enzymes involved in the breakdown of nutrients, such as amino acids. Solgar Methylcobalamin Vitamin B12 is also vital for the normal formation of blood cells, and is involved in DNA syntheis and renewal.

• Active Form of B12
• Heart and Nerve Health
• Red Blood Cell Support

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin that must be replenished regularly so supplementation is important. It is an essential nutrient for strict vegetarians and vegans since it is found mostly in animal sources. Vitamin B12 plays a key role in supporting heart, nerve, and red blood cell health. The predominant and active form of vitamin B12 in the body is called methylcobalamin. Methylcobalamin activates the enzyme methionine synthase (MTR), which is responsible for breaking down homocysteine into the benign amino acid methionine. This is important because homocysteine is produced naturally in the body and high levels appear to have a negative effect on heart health. Studies in people with high homocysteine levels showed that methylcobalamin decreased homocysteine by 11% and that these benefits were maintained over time.

Vitamin B12 is converted to methylcobalamin by an enzyme called methionine synthase reductase (MTRR). However, genetic abnormalities in the MTRR gene can lower the efficiency of this conversion. Supplying methylcobalamin allows the body to bypass this conversion that can otherwise prevent the efficient breakdown of homocysteine. Methylcobalamin can be of benefit in the regeneration of healthy red blood cell populations when vitamin B12 is deficient or improperly absorbed. Research has also shown methylcobalamin to support healthy nerve function. Methylcobalamin also may help to promote healthy nerve endings.

Solgar Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 1000 mcg and 5000 mcg Nuggets Facts:

• Offers a biologically active form of vitamin B12
• A convenient dosage (1 nugget daily)
• Sugar, salt, and starch free
• Suitable for vegetarians
• KOF-K certified
• Free of yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, and dairy products
• Formulated without the use of artificial preservatives, flavors, or colors

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