Dr Alex Kent, medical director, NHS North East and Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) said: "Weight loss medicines can work well for people who need them, but they should only be used when prescribed by a healthcare professional
Dosage can vary widely
B12 Shots are ideal for individuals experiencing low energy levels, those with certain dietary restrictions (like vegans and vegetarians who may not get enough B12 from their diet), or anyone suffering from conditions that impair nutrient absorption, such as Crohns disease or celiac disease
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A study has shown that the prevalence of the deficiency among these infants is about 45%
In a population-based study of 3884 elderly people, deficiency of vitamin B 12 was associated with almost 70% more likelihood of having a depressive disorder.54 In another cross-sectional study of 700 community-dwelling, physically disabled women aged 65 years, vitamin B 12 deficient women were twice more likely to have severe depressive symptoms.55 Although controlled studies to show response to vitamin B 12 replacement therapy in depression are lacking, it is recommended that all patients with vitamin B 12 deficiency should be managed as part of depression treatment