(Before diving in, remember: Always consult with a healthcare professional before considering new treatments
These vitamins have other biological functions
Tell your clinician about any medicines that may affect vitamin B12 or folate testing, such as antibiotics, methotrexate, pyrimethamine, colchicine, para-aminosalicylic acid, or heavy alcohol use
Injections have better bioavailability than oral supplements as they bypass the digestive system completely, providing a direct supply of B12 into the bloodstream to fuel your body
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin essential for energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and neurological function, but has no licensed indication for weight loss in the UK
Vale-Fernandes E, Pignatelli D, Monteiro MP