Others who might be prescribed B12 shots are those at the highest risk for a B12 deficiency, including: Vegans, since vitamin B12 is found only in animal products People ages 60 and up since their bodies don't absorb B12 as efficiently People with Crohn's disease or pancreatic disease, since they prevent nutrient absorption People who had weight-loss surgery, which decreases B12 absorption People with an eating disorder People with HIV People with diabetes Since a mild B12 deficiency might not cause symptoms, it can go undetected for years since levels are not checked during routine blood work
The majority of participants were clinically obese adults, though one trial included healthy non-obese volunteers
Forgetting to expel air bubbles, using a needle that is too short for your body composition, reusing the same site repeatedly, and recapping a used needle are all frequent missteps
All respondents are AgelessRx NAD+ Injection, Sermorelin Injection, LDN, and B12 Injection customers who were approved for a prescription after completing an assessment with a medical provider
The evidence supports a limited association, not broad screening based on B12 alone