Vitamin B12, an essential vitamin, is an indispensable coenzyme for two very important enzymes having key roles in internal metabolism. Methylmalonyl-CoA mutase is involved in fatty acid metabolism, and methionine synthase is involved in nucleic acid synthesis and methylation reactions.

Folic acid, like B12, is required for DNA synthesis. Folate is involved in protein synthesis and lipid metabolism.

Vitamin B6 is vital to numerous functions. They include immune function, gluconeogenesis, red blood cell metabolism, lipid and neurotransmitter synthesis affecting the nervous system hormone function.

Oral Contraceptive - Drug/Nutrient Interactions
The use of oral contraceptives are associated with decreased folic acid, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B6 levels. Among the areas of concern are the increased homocysteine plasma concentration (which impacts cardiac health), and in the case of pregnancy after cessation of oral contraceptive use, the increased risk of neural tube defects resulting from folate depletion can occur.

Nutritional Status and Age related hearing loss in Elderly Women
Concern over B12 Folate status is not limited to women of child bearing age. Poor Vitamin B12 and Folate status may be associated with age- related auditory function. Two of the most common vitamin inadequacies in the elderly are Vitamin B12 and folate.

Product Information
Each bottle of B12 2000™ Lozenges provides a full 60 days of nutritional support to help maintain adequate Vitamin B12 folic acid and B6 levels. Supplied as a great tasting lozenge, B12 2000™ allows for sublingual uptake of B12 which has been shown to be an effective way deliver this important nutrient. This formula is available on the products order page or click here.

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