How to Use vitamin B{inf}12{/inf} in a Sentence
vitamin B12
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            Packed with vitamin B12 and hyaluronic acid, the serum gives you brighter, more even skin with every use.
                        
 —Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024 
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            Anchovies are on par with salmon and tuna as one of the fish with the highest amounts of omega-3s per serving, and are a good source of protein, niacin and vitamin B12.
                        
 —Casey Barber, CNN, 12 Dec. 2022 
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            The beverage also has some of the highest amounts of vitamin B12.
                        
 —Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 21 Apr. 2024 
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            All were fine in terms of vitamin B12; as for taurine, three cats were found deficient.
                        
 —Marta Zaraska, chicagotribune.com, 10 July 2019 
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            One serving of cow's milk provides around half of the daily value (DV) of vitamin B12.
                        
 —Lauren Manaker, Health, 31 July 2023 
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            This flaky, white fish is an excellent source of vitamin B12.
                        
 —Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 11 May 2024 
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            Nutrition Both types of crab are high in protein and low in fat and are a good source of heart-healthy omega 3 fats as well as the mineral zinc and vitamin B12.
                        
 —Coastal Living, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024 
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            For example, the body needs about 1 mcg of vitamin B12 daily.
                        
 —Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 26 Apr. 2023 
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            To fight fatigue and help with stress on the body (and nervous system), use vitamin B12 or a whole vitamin B complex.
                        
 —Emily Peck, WIRED, 31 Dec. 2022 
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            Tilapia is an excellent source of vitamin B12, which helps maintain the nervous system and build red blood cells.
                        
 —Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2022 
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            Mackerel is also a source of vitamins B12 and D, the latter of which can be hard to find naturally in foods.
                        
 —Alexandra Sifferlin, Time, 2 Apr. 2018 
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            Research has shown that caviar is high in calcium and also boasts benefits in the form of Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12.
                        
 —Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2024 
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            The upper limit for folic acid is set due to the fact that increased folic acid intake could mask vitamin B12 deficiency.
                        
 —Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 30 June 2023 
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            High levels of this amino acid are known to increase the risk of coronary artery disease and blood clots, and can result from a diet deficient in folic acid or vitamin B12.
                        
 —Neil Savage, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2025 
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            For folks going through menopause, a vitamin B12 deficiency could lead to symptoms such as anemia and brain fog.
                        
 —Kells McPhillips, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2022 
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            Our pros like that the bars are packed with 13 essential nutrients, including iron, fiber, and vitamin B12.
                        
 —Good Housekeeping, 20 June 2023 
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            In this case, look for a plant milk that’s fortified with calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12.
                        
 —Karen Asp, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2023 
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            Sardines are high in vitamin B12 content, which helps balance the nervous system.
                        
 —Ana Morales, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2024 
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            The drug binds to the working part of vitamin B12, inactivating this key nutrient.
                        
 —New York Times, 12 Jan. 2022 
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            The bird’s dark meat is high in vitamin B12, which is only found naturally in animal products.
                        
 —Caroline Hopkins Legaspi, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024 
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            It’s infused with coconut water, magnesium, and vitamin B12 to keep lips hydrated for up to 12 hours.
                        
 —Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 18 May 2025 
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            Probiotics can help increase the number of good bacteria in your gut, and vitamin B12 can help improve the function of those bacteria.
                        
 —The Salt Lake Tribune, 1 June 2022 
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            People who are strictly vegan are at risk, and do need to supplement vitamin B12.
                        
 —Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 14 June 2023 
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            These can include thiamine, vitamin B12, iron, and folate.
                        
 —Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 11 Oct. 2024 
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            Pernicious anemia stems from the lack of a specific protein made in the stomach that helps vitamin B12 become absorbed into the bloodstream.
                        
 —Jon Wertheim and Jacob Feldman, SI.com, 27 June 2019 
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            And in the morning, give yourself a jolt of energy with the caffeine, vitamin B12, and citicoline in Extra Batteries.
                        
 —Shannon Barbour, The Cut, 25 May 2018 
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            In addition, your tongue may burn and feel dry, which has to do with malabsorption of vitamin B12, folate, and iron, the Celiac Disease Foundation reports.
                        
 —Jessica Migala, Health.com, 2 June 2021 
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            One of the other major risks of nitrous oxide abuse is the disruption of vitamin B12 metabolism, Hadland says.
                        
 —Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025 
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            The supplementation of vitamin B12 and iron helps restore the most common deficiencies in AG.
                        
 —Sayaka Blickenderfer, Health, 28 June 2025 
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            Low thyroid or vitamin deficiencies (vitamin D or vitamin B12) can cause fatigue, mood changes and low libido.
                        
 —Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 8 July 2025 
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