Essential for nerve health, DNA production, and energy metabolism.
A 2021 study found methylcobalamin (the active form of B12) to be more bioavailable and beneficial for cognitive function and nerve regeneration than other forms of B12.
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ii. Gröber, U., et al. (2022). Vitamin B12 in health and disease: A functional approach. Nutrients, 14(5), 987.
