Vitamin B12 Supplement FAQs

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Ingredient Information

This dietary supplement contains a vegan source of vitamin B12 as cyanocobalamin. Additional ingredients include dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, and vegetable magnesium stearate.

Ingredient amounts

  • Serving size: 1 tablet
  • Supplement count: 30 count/30 day supply

Suggested Use

  • Take one tablet daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Benefits

Supports nervous system function and energy levels*

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the development and function of the body’s central nervous system. By supporting the formation of red blood cells—which transport oxygen throughout the body—vitamin B12 impacts energy levels.

Essential for stress support*

Adequate B12 intake may positively affect stress levels. Meeting daily recommendations for this essential nutrient through diet and supplementation may also decrease overall stress.

Supports plant-based diets*

While B12 is found naturally in animal products, its presence in plant-based foods is limited. Vitamin B12 supplements can help fill gaps that might result from following a vegetarian or vegan diet. that a vegetarian or vegan diet may not support. 

What are vitamin B12 tablets used for?

Vitamin B12 is vital to many aspects of your well-being, commonly found in animal meat diets. Those with a plant-based or vegan diet may intake less B12. Taking a supplement is a simple way to gain a daily source of B12.

Which form of vitamin B12 is best?

Cyanocobalamin is one of the most common forms of vitamin B12 that can be easily absorbed via tablet, capsule, or pill. While our bodies can also absorb vitamin B12 from food sources, it’s almost exclusively found in animal products. In the U.S., approximately 6% of adults younger than 60 have a deficiency to B12*. If you’re following a vegan diet or managing a B12 deficiency, it may be beneficial to supplement your diet with this vitamin.

How much B12 should you take a day?

The amount of vitamin B12 you should take each day may depend on your diet and B12 vitamin levels. We’ve formulated our once-daily B12 supplement to provide key support to your overall wellness at 500 mcg, but you should always check with a healthcare professional for guidance when starting any vitamin supplementation.

When should you take vitamin B12?

Our Vitamin B12 supplements are designed for daily support, but we recommend checking in with your healthcare provider to determine a regimen that works for you before you start supplementing. Because Vitamin B12 supports energy and endurance*, you may want to take them in the morning. 

Does vitamin B12 give you energy?

Vitamin B12 supports metabolic function and the formation of red blood cells, which positively impact energy and endurance levels by carrying oxygen through the body.* 

What happens when your vitamin B12 is low?

If you’re one of the 6% of young adults under the age of 60 in the U.S. who has a vitamin B12 deficiency, you may experience anemia, numbness in your hands and feet, depression, fatigue, weight loss, and infertility.

What are the potential side effects of Everlywell Vitamin B12 Supplement? 

Vitamin B12 is generally considered safe due to its low potential for toxicity. Gastric acid inhibitors or antihyperglycemic medications can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb vitamin B12.

Learn more about the Everlywell Vitamin B12 Supplement.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.