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myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people 5 years ago

I take B 12 orally but I don't know that I am getting it absorbed like I should. Has anyone else taken the shots? What has your doctor told you about taking the shots verses taking it orally?

 

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1. myLot reputation of 94/100. rueandash1 (240)   ranked 3,314 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

when i was really sick i had a b12 shot its instant energy, so i think thats the difference it hits you quicker


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I really could use the energy boost...

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2. myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

My doc hasn't told me anything about it. Usually I get my B vitamins through supplements or energy drinks. I've noticed a nice energy boost, blood vessel boost, and some minor serotonin production. The B vitamins are great for increasing blood flow overall, nervous system nutrition and bloodflow to the skin. [Basically a metabolism makeover:)] Injecting it just bypasses the normal digestion sequence since the cells in the stream will just take it and do with it as needed.

For more B12 sources, try liver and shellfish.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I can't stand liver. I definitely need the energy boost. I am going to have some blood work done to see what my B12 is doing and go from there.


myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

>.< I was just trying to help
But at least there are plenty of supplement options to choose from.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I know you were trying to help...LOL...I used to like a teeny tiny bit of brauwnswiger until my hubby wanted me to try a piece of liver and then I couldn't eat it ever again...Liver smells like poop to me...sorry...Thank you for all your help..


myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Heh, I get how you feel about liver and the smell. But I'm able to cook it so its not like that ;p At least you have plenty of options before you for your B vitamins.

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3. myLot reputation of 96/100. Lakota12 (23205)   ranked 180 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

My dad took thge shots when he was in his 60s and then ater took the pills dont know that it made a difference or not


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Thank you Lakota..I will be getting blood work tomorrow on the B12 part so that will help my doctor see if I need the shots. He thinks I do because my cells are not what they used to be...Since my surgery B12 is a must for me everyday...There are certain vitamins I have to be on for life...With me not feeling good I think I am missing something..


myLot reputation of 96/100. Lakota12 (23205)   ranked 180 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

b 12 is great but do you take Iron too ? Dont that have something to do with cells and energy!


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I take iron because I am anemic. They think I have iron deficient anemia..Not enough B12 can cause anemia too! Yes iron does help the red blood cells...


myLot reputation of 96/100. Lakota12 (23205)   ranked 180 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

thakns I am learning more about b 12.knew it was something for my dad took it . I have bought and took b12 but never felt any different maybe need to try again huh?
Thats what I was thinking when I asked if ya had to take IRon hugs


myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I'm glad this session has been helpful to you as well Lakota.


myLot reputation of 96/100. Lakota12 (23205)   ranked 180 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

thanks programer

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4. myLot reputation of 78/100. suspenseful (19614)   ranked 1,000 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

The B12 shot is quicker, but it has to be administered by a doctor. If you get too much B12, you will get sick, whereas with the pill, any excess will go out the other end. I have never taken any shots, because I get enough vitamin B12 in my diet and besides I take a multivitamin. All I know is that with the shot, you only need to get it once or twice a week.


myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Hello Suspenseful,

Just a quick clarification: One who is prescribed to take B-12 shots can self-inject, just as a diabetic can. One needn't go to a doctor to get the shots.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Hi suspenseful. I take a mulivitamin too! I think I would benefit from the shot, actually.. Thank you for this information.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Hi lady, I didn't know you could self inject. Thank you for telling me..

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5. myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

Hello Feona1962,

What makes you think you're not fully absorbing your oral B-12?

I always like to seek out the simple solutions first. So, have you sought out a liquid B-12?

It's been many years since I've had to take B-12 shots. I haven't been anemic for nearly two decades. However, when I was supplementing with B-12, my doc recommended injectable until my levels were higher.

Intestinal absorbtion is very much at the mercy of the health of the intestinal lining. So, if you suspect that you're not properly absorbing your oral B-12, you might want to have your intestinal health checked.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

I am not feeling well. I haven't checked out B12 liquid...I am anemic and I do take iron..I am just trying to think of what else my problem could be. I had the gastric bypass in 2005. I have to take B12, and other vitamins for the rest of my life. The iron I take is absorbed in the first part of the intestine (deuodenum) and because of my surgery that has been re-routed and my iron doesn't get absorbed correctly..I was wondering if the B12 might not be getting absorbed as well...I was just checking each vitamin that I take and see if they are all working as they should before I go to the next step...If I can rule out my vitamins then hopefully my doctor can go a different route as to why I am not feeling well..I had my blood drawn today and that should tell my doctor what my levels are...I just feel like I am missing something, because I am always dizzy. My iron levels are never normal...I always look sick and like I am half dead...Thank you for your response...


myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Hello Feona,

It sounds as though your suspicions do have merit. Specific nutrients are absorbed in specific 'points' located throughout the intestines. If memory serves me correctly, the B vitamins are absorbed from the upper part of the transverse colon. So, your bypass surgery may well be having an effect on your ability to properly & completely absorb your B vitamins.

Please remember that all of the B vitamins work in conjuction, to help maintain energy through cellular metabolism. So, if you're deficient in one, chances are good that you're having trouble absorbing all or most of the B's. Below is a list of the eight B vitamins.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Vitamin B3, also Vitamin P or Vitamin PP (Niacin, includes nicotinic acid and nicotinamide)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Vitamin B7, also Vitamin H (Biotin)
Vitamin B9, also Vitamin M and Vitamin B-c (Folic acid)
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

I'm including a link to a site that offers the full range of injectable B vit's. This link provides an explanation as to why injectables might be recommended over consumable tablets or caplets.

*** Please note this is a Romanian website. So I cannot make the suggestion to purchase from them. In fact, I wouldn't myself. I list this site only as a reference point.

My personal recommendation would be to do your due diligence. Find a company that produces a liquid or a tablet that will dissolve under the tongue (sublinguals). The reason why is that absorption under the tongue is highly efficient. The capillaries under the tongue provide excellent absorption options, without the integrity loss associated with gastric acid degradation.

And, please do ask ahead of time if the companies provide evidence of the results of their standardization and potency/quality testing. This is a sign of a reputable company, who is proud of the quality of the products they manufacture.

A quick internet search indicates that liquid B-Complex is readily available. Here is a link to just one company that offers it.

http://www.rainbowmineral...

Again, please do your homework to verify the quality assurance of whichever product(s) you choose to use.

And, if you go with a liquid, it would be helpful if you held the liquid in your mouth for a moment before swallowing. This will facilitate better sublingual absorption.

Good luck! I hope you're feeling better soon!


myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Oops! I forgot to include the link to the Romanian injectables site.

Here it is: http://www.zalmo.com/vita...


myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

One last quick note Feona:

Stabbing one's self with a needle gets old -- fast. That's why I'm suggesting that you take advantage of sublinguals. Needles are no fun at all!

When I had to inject, I was so run down that I was narcoleptic. I couldn't keep myself awake. Turns out the problem was poor intestinal health. Tests later showed that I am a Celiac, meaning that I'm unable to digest certain proteins. Any scar tissue, lesions, or an excess of intestinal plaque can lead to malabsorption of nutrients. The good news is that once you build up the level of B's in your blood stream, it's easier to maintain those levels if you use a product that allows for sublingual absorption.


myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Yep this is plenty much it. Good job posting it all Ladyluna. Dissolvables and liquids are pretty good in this and yea needles do get old fast, plus there is always the issue of not hitting the right spot, that happens too.


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Hi lady, thank you so very much for all the information...I copy and pasted it to my wordpad so I can have it with me always...I will definitely go to the link and I will always research things thouroughly...Thank you so very much again...I sure do appreciate it..


myLot reputation of 78/100. ladyluna (2495)   ranked 299 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Your welcome Feona. I'm glad you found the informatino helpful.

Wishing you bountiful health!!!

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6. myLot reputation of 99/100. Katlady2 (4477)   ranked 2,703 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

A friend of mine actually had the B12 shots prescribed by her doctor. It helped with her weight loss, and it kicked her energy up through the roof! It gets into your system a lot quicker and I think that's the reason behind the energy boost. I myself couldn't do it because I have a massive fear of needles. I think that's because I had the nurses from he-- that would cheerfully slam the darned things into my arms that I swore they hit the bones!


myLot reputation of 91/100. Feona1962 (3333)   ranked 1,282 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Pull yourself together PPP...Simmer down before your blood starts to boil...I don't mind needles..Hang around with me and you will be just fine..I will protect you..LOL


myLot reputation of 99/100. Katlady2 (4477)   ranked 2,703 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

Will ya slap the daylights out of the nurse if she gets mean with the needle? LOL

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7. myLot reputation of 96/100. usmcsgtwife (3366)   ranked 2,482 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

when I was younger I had to take Vitamin b 12 shots once a week, I am horrible when it comes to taking medicine so the shot worked great for me

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8. myLot reputation of 99/100. 3lilangels (2960)   ranked 1,050 out of 26,919 in people   5 years ago

well i think the shots would be more better than the pills,the shots you only have to take a few times a month i think,and it would be the right doses.hugs.pattie


myLot reputation of 71/100. theprogamer (7491)   ranked 2,320 out of 26,919 in people  5 years ago

There are some issues with shots, especially if they are meant for long range. Remember the body is fond of throwing out excessive stuff, even vitamins and minerals. Also the body can get damaged if it has an exorbitant excess of certain vitamins and minerals.

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