This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. There’s not much research on B12 shots for weight loss. People with obesity tend to have lower vitamin B12 levels, but it’s unclear if B12 shots ...

Vitamin B12 supplements often get hyped as wellness essentials, and for all the right reasons — it’s great for energy, brain ...

The recommended intake of vitamin B12 for people older than 14 is 2.4 micrograms a day. People who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may need vitamin B12 supplements. It's best to talk to a healthcare ...

Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune condition in which the body cannot absorb vitamin B12 properly. A person with pernicious anemia requires lifelong vitamin B12 supplementation. Vitamin B12 is ...