Newborns need to sleep for almost 16 hours per day - about half of it is REM (until 3 months of age
However, certain populations are at higher risk of deficiency: Adults over 50 (reduced absorption capacity) Individuals following vegan or strict vegetarian diets Those with gastrointestinal conditions such as Crohns disease or celiac disease Individuals taking long-term acid-reducing medications (PPIs, H blockers) When oral supplementation is insufficient or absorption is compromised, vitamin B12 shots deliver the nutrient directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system entirely
Patients may also have low levels of vitamin B12 if they have had bariatric surgery, are strict vegetarians, or have used antacids or proton pump inhibitors for a prolonged period
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