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<blockquote data-quote="donnellysdogs" data-source="post: 112469" data-attributes="member: 17713"><p>Hi Carol</p><p></p><p>I think I can help you.</p><p></p><p>I have been type 1 25 years and have low B12, previously having B12 injections (but that is another story).</p><p></p><p>Anyhow....</p><p></p><p>Yes, B12 can help neuropathy and there has been a lot of research around this, and I can definitely confirm this.</p><p></p><p>You cannot overdose on B12, as it is a water soluble vitamin, and you do not get it from any vegetables...only grains and cereals. Any excess is wee'ed out of your body.</p><p></p><p>I used to have injections on a 3 monthly basis, but this is under review with GP at moment. I also used to take Jarrows B12-Methyl 5000 mcg tablets. I used to take 2 everyday 4 weeks after my injections as I found without them I would get chronic pins and needles, confusion and forgetfulness etc. The tablets actually state I think 1 every 3-4 days. If you take extra B12 it is advisable to look at the qty of folate acid that is in your diet, as the two vitamins work hand in hand. I also supplement with a cheap tesco folic acid daily tablet. B12 does not work efficiently without folate. When looking at anaemia GP's will always check B12 and folate levels. Folate is a lot easier to get in your diet. This goes for men and women. Most people think that extra folate is only necessary for women wanting babies, but that is a myth. Yes, they do need it, but so do people that take supplements and B12 injections.</p><p></p><p>The tablets aren't available in shops, only over the net. I get mine from bigvits.co.uk. </p><p></p><p>For those persons that need B12 these tablets are the most effective, the qtys that come in multi vitamins are neglible for those that find they need B12 and will not be enough to help neuropathy.</p><p></p><p>B12 makes an enormous difference to my life, without extra injection and supplements I feel like **** with lower leg problems and brain problems. I have even had an intravenous infusion of B12, magnesium, folate and Vitamin C from a Doctor in Bridgend. It added so much extra to my life and how I was feeling. The Dr was very good with vitamins and minerals and also suggested that I take chromium for my diabetes and buy some epsom salts to make sure I get enough magnesium in my life. I do both now.</p><p></p><p>Hope this helps</p><p>Sharon</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="donnellysdogs, post: 112469, member: 17713"] Hi Carol I think I can help you. I have been type 1 25 years and have low B12, previously having B12 injections (but that is another story). Anyhow.... Yes, B12 can help neuropathy and there has been a lot of research around this, and I can definitely confirm this. You cannot overdose on B12, as it is a water soluble vitamin, and you do not get it from any vegetables...only grains and cereals. Any excess is wee'ed out of your body. I used to have injections on a 3 monthly basis, but this is under review with GP at moment. I also used to take Jarrows B12-Methyl 5000 mcg tablets. I used to take 2 everyday 4 weeks after my injections as I found without them I would get chronic pins and needles, confusion and forgetfulness etc. The tablets actually state I think 1 every 3-4 days. If you take extra B12 it is advisable to look at the qty of folate acid that is in your diet, as the two vitamins work hand in hand. I also supplement with a cheap tesco folic acid daily tablet. B12 does not work efficiently without folate. When looking at anaemia GP's will always check B12 and folate levels. Folate is a lot easier to get in your diet. This goes for men and women. Most people think that extra folate is only necessary for women wanting babies, but that is a myth. Yes, they do need it, but so do people that take supplements and B12 injections. The tablets aren't available in shops, only over the net. I get mine from bigvits.co.uk. For those persons that need B12 these tablets are the most effective, the qtys that come in multi vitamins are neglible for those that find they need B12 and will not be enough to help neuropathy. B12 makes an enormous difference to my life, without extra injection and supplements I feel like **** with lower leg problems and brain problems. I have even had an intravenous infusion of B12, magnesium, folate and Vitamin C from a Doctor in Bridgend. It added so much extra to my life and how I was feeling. The Dr was very good with vitamins and minerals and also suggested that I take chromium for my diabetes and buy some epsom salts to make sure I get enough magnesium in my life. I do both now. Hope this helps Sharon [/QUOTE]
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