Friday 14 June 2013

How prevalent is vitamin B12 deficiency among vegetarians? - Pawlak - 2013 - Nutrition Reviews -...

Peter Aldiss Among vegetarians 62% of pregnant women, 86% of children and 90% of the elderly are vitamin B12 deficient. This has serious consequences, especially in the most vulnerable populations. Those with the highest risk were life long vegetarians and vegans. Will post a couple of articles on this that are essential for reading if you are either.

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