Methylcobalamin is the coenzyme form of Vitamin B-12, and is the biologically active type of B-12 found in the human body. Vitamin B-12 is a member of the B-complex family of water-soluble vitamins and has numerous functions in the body including stimulating red blood cell production, support of healthy nerve function and the metabolism of homocysteine. Low levels of vitamin B-12 is often seen in vegetarians, as plant foods lack vitamin B-12, and in elderly people as their ability to absorb B-12 from food is limited. The absorption of B-12 requires a protein, which is secreted by cells in the stomach, called intrinsic factor. Elderly people secrete less intrinsic factor and therefore absorb less vitamin B-12. A Methyl B-12 in a lozenge form is delivers greater amount of B-12 into the bloodstream. This helps provide significant amounts of B-12 in its more active form.†
Features
- High potency formula contains 1,000 mcg of methylcobalamin, the most bioavailable form of Vitamin B-12
- Convenient dosage; lozenge dissolves under the tongue
- Great tasting cherry flavor
- Gluten Free, Non GMO and Vegan
- Contains No dairy, wheat, gluten, eggs, peanuts, soy, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, preservatives, artificial colors or flavors
Benefits
- Methylcobalamin is more bioactive than cyanocobalamin, which must convert in the liver to the active coenzyme form methylcobalamin before it can function in the body.†
- Methylcobalamin aids in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine, supporting healthy blood homocysteine levels.†
- Ideal source for vegan/vegetarians who are at greater risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency.†
- Methylcobalamin helps donate a methyl group to form SAMe (s- adenosylmethionine) which helps support healthy brain function and liver detoxification.†
- Methylcobalamin is essential for the production of normal, healthy myelin; protects the nervous system and supports its function.†
- Vitamin B-12 supports healthy red blood cell production, essential for oxygen transport throughout the body.†
- Vitamin B-12 deficiency generally increases with age because of decreased levels of intrinsic factor a protein normally produced by the stomach and which aids in B12 absorption.†
