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Frequently Asked B12 Questions

What can you expect to gain by taking Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid daily?

By getting a therapeutic dosage you can expect to see your energy levels to go up and your overall mood to improve. You will not get the therapeutic dose from a multi-vitamin because they are only designed to maintain a base line not to correct a deficiency and produce change.

The Sublingual B12 available today contains the therapeutic dosage needed to bring about the correction to the deficiency. Most of us have the deficiency and the solution is one of the new Sublingual B12 products with B12, B6 & Folic Acid to provide the improvement in energy and mood quickly.

Sublingual B12, B6 & folic acid formula’s are tested for absorption in the body and proven. A simple way to tell you have a quality brand is when placed the B12 under the tongue that it does not break up and takes time to dissolve. This gives the proper time for absorption by the body producing the results you are looking for.

How Does a Sublingual B12 Stack Up Against B12 Injections?

In studies performed on the sublingual B12 products it is found that a 1000 mcg B12 tablet are as effective as the B12 Injections.

All of the sublingual B12 have a warning (not to swallow whole) there is no need to worry about it being unsafe. The problem here is you do not get the proper absorption and it is passed through the body without getting the benefit of it.

Some Ask Can They Take More Than 1 Sublingual Tablet a Day?

The answer is yes and the best recommendation is one in the morning and one at noon after you eat. The information provided by the FDA is there is no set upper limit on B12.

Some Wonder Will B-12 Cause You to Lose Sleep?

This is the reason the recommendation is morning and noon. If you take your B12 in the evening there is a chance the extra energy can keep you awake at night. B12 is very safe to take but if you find its keeping you awake at night cut back on the therapeutic dose.

Can Sublingual B12, B6 & Folic Acid Cause Problems With Other Medications?

Most of the time it has no effect but the real answer is to always ask your doctor if there could be any bad reactions to the other medications he has you on.

Can Sublingual B12, B6 & Folic Acid Cause Problems With Diabetics?

The recommendation is for diabetics to take the therapeutic dose because they have a much higher risk for many diseases. There are no known bad side effects of diabetics taking B12. They may not get the noticeable extra energy and improved mood like a non-diabetic. Because a diabetic’s blood sugar has a bigger impact on their energy and mood level so always consult with your doctor.

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