Don’t Worry About Bone Health – If You Take Vitamin B12

The fear of bone weakness keeps very few people awake at night. It is simply an aspect of our body that we either ignore or avoid talking about. However, your bones are vital for your overall health. Bones give structure and mobility to your body. If your bones are weak, you will face enormous problems like Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis, fracture and various other challenges.

Now, research has shown that one particular vitamin (called B12) is crucial for bone health.

Vitamin B12 and bone health

This is a water-soluble vitamin commonly found in food. Along with maintaining optimal bone health, vitamin B12 promotes neurological function, helps in DNA synthesis, and assists in processing of carbohydrates in the stomach while regulating the production of red blood cells. 

Not having enough of this vitamin in your daily diet can lead to anaemia. Along with this, a recent study published in The Journal of Bone and Mineral Research has shown that lack of adequate B12 can lead to brittleness and reduced bone density. People who ate food rich in B12 were found to be less prone to Osteoporosis. 

How brittle bones can affect you

If your bones are weak, the risk of getting a fracture increases. Even a slight injury can damage your bones. Putting aside the enormous pain and discomfort caused by a fracture, it can lead to complete loss of function in the affected body part. If you get a fracture in the knee or hip, you can end up in a wheelchair – for the rest of your life! Brittle bones can also lead to bone diseases like Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis. 

Adequate vitamin B12 intake

Adults need about 2.4 micrograms of this vitamin per day. Protein-rich foods such as chicken, milk, yogurt, cheese and eggs contain vitamin B12. Many breakfast cereals are often fortified with B12. While you may have the urge to pop a multi-vitamin pill, doctors routinely suggest people to get their vitamins from food.     

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

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