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Posted by Diane (Framingham, Ma) on 01/26/2013
My vitamin B-12 is twice what it's suposed to be. Is there a reason for that and what should or can I do for it?
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Posted by Taffy (Prince George) on 11/15/2016
I was wondering if you got any feedback as my cells aren't absorbing the b12 either.
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Posted by Timh (Louisville, Ky, Usa) on 12/21/2012 2042 posts
Debbie: Supplement the amino acid Methionine as it utilizes B-12 in converting to other compounds in the body, such as SAM-e and Carnitine; in all, very good fat burners. I wouldn't worry much as the "normal" in standard medicine for nutrition is always a way to low number.
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Posted by Connie (Slc, Utah, Usa) on 12/21/2012
Hi Debbie ; If you are not supplementing B12, then some other possibilites could be : bacterial overgrowth, liver trouble, ( as you have written), or, the lack of transport proteins, such as transcobalamin.
I haven't been tested for tanscobalamin deficiency, it's a phenomenon I've read about, and suspect in myself. There are many of us who must keep our B12 levels extremely high to prevent the destruction of our nerves. ( Neuropathy) ( My levels are above 3000.)
I don't know what your symptoms are, if any, so, if there are none, then I would recommend the dietary suggestions made here by Ted, Bill, Lisa, and many others.
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Posted by Sandee (Toronto, Canada) on 02/12/2014
Vitamin D and B12 need magnesium to be utilized. Magnesium deficiency is very common even when you eat enough green leafy vegetables. It's missing in our soils. You need at least 600 mg of magnesium citrate or bisglycinate taken throughout the day. Also never take b 12 alone . Take a good multi.
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Posted by Coco (Teaneck, Nj) on 04/10/2011
hello Connie--My symptoms are very similar if not identical. Can you please help and tell me what test did you needed from your MD.Thanks----usanydpadgmaildotcom
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Posted by Terry (Vancouver, Washington) on 04/16/2008
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I went to your site on Hives. I had been suffering with a red rash on my legs, shoulders, arms and middle of lower back for about 2 months and I itched untile I bleed. I had been using a Hydrocortisone cream 1% with Aloe with NO results. I had discovered from your site where people had been getting good relief with ACV and A 90% cure rate with Vitamin B-12 at one milligram a day. I started taking the B-12 and applying the ACV topicallly at least 3 times a day ( just pour on a cotton ball and apply ). I also started taking 2 T. ACV in an 8 oz. glass of water with 1/4 t of Baking Soda. I figured if its good for the outside of the body it couldn't hurt me on the inside. I am happy to say it worked my rash and bumps are almost gone and there is no longer any rash that itches or bleeds., Thank you ALL for your contributions to this site. I was at wits end. Terry
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Posted by Mt (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) on 05/14/2013
When the blood is to thick it is very hard to collect it. You can thin the blood by drinking more water and by eating each day a clove of garlic. On earth clinic you can find a recipe for blocked blood vessels, based on lemon, garlic and honey, that will also help with the blood thinning.
Swedish bitter is helping with digestion -it improves liver and pancreas function.
For all the pain symptoms you have to consider Lyme disease.
I also recommend to read the book by Maria Treben, Health through God's Pharmacy. Look into stinging nettle, yarrow, calendula and horse tail tees.
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Posted by Mark (Newton Abbot, Devon Uk) on 05/20/2013
Tinydancer from Dayton Ohio: Just wondering if there was a particular brand of patch that worked best for you, there are so many to choose from and we don't want to be starting all over again.
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Posted by Tinydancer (Dayton, Ohio, Usa) on 05/20/2013
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Posted by Tinydancer (Dayton, Ohio, Usa) on 05/20/2013
Mark, I put the link to where I get the patches in another reply. I just wanted to add that I had to put about 4-5 patches on my body before I got relief at first. I must have been severely deficient in B12. It took about a week for me to find the amount that was right for me. I put them on my arm. They will stay on during a shower. I now use about one per week and sometimes two. Whenever I start to feel the tingling in my fingers I know it is time to apply a patch. I pray that your wife will have good results like I did. They will work, tell her not to give up.
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Posted by Mark (Newton Abbot, Devon Uk) on 05/21/2013
Tinydancer from Ohio: Thanks for the link to the patches, I wanted to check really as my wife is already using these, she's has been on them for around 4 weeks or so but I will suggest she ups the amount she uses, thanks again for the tip.
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Posted by Mark (Newton Abbot , Devon Uk) on 05/21/2013
Tinydancer form Ohio, Thank you for your kind responses, Yes I bought a big pack of the 5000 mcg with other essential vitamins included my wife has been using one approx. every 5 days, along with the Jarrow 5000mcg sub lingual 2 x daily, not really sure how many she should need bearing in mind she only weighs around 105 lbs.
You mention that you used 4 or 5 patches before you felt relief. Did you use them all at the same time or one each day or other?
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Posted by Tinydancer (Dayton, Ohio, Usa) on 06/04/2013
Mark, I think that you are a jewel for helping your wife with her health issues the way you do.... Kudos to you. Would you like to sign a release form giving me the right to clone you? LOL Stay healthy my friends, God Bless!!
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Posted by Sarah (Los Angeles, Ca) on 11/19/2014
You should have this person checked for gene mutations, like MTHFR, that can inhibit a persons ability to utilize some b vitamins... Or simply try the "methyl" forms of the vitamins... See if makes a difference.
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Posted by Yvonne ( Oklahoma) on 05/12/2015
Have her check for fibromyalgia.
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Posted by Michele (Seattle Wa) on 09/12/2016
Mark, B-12 deficiency symptoms can eventually become permanent. It's critical for nervous system development, so pins/needles etc., declining cognitive function, may stay. So sorry.
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Posted by Varun (Delhi, Ut) on 07/01/2012
Dear All, In starting my vitamin b12 level was 122pgml & I had all symptoms, depression, severe anxiety, mood swings, numbness & heaviness in hands & feet etc. But now I stopped I supplements & injection because I hv not got any relief. I checked my b12 level & it came very high its now 2000 > pgml even I'm not taking any supplements from last 1. 5 years
My current b12 level is 2000> & my vitamin d level is very low its 4. Pls help & advice what cud be the reason of my symptoms & high b12 level? thanks
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Posted by Sandee (Toronto, Canada) on 02/12/2014
Vitamin D and B12 need magnesium to be utilized. Magnesium deficiency is very common even when you eat enough green leafy vegetables. It's missing in our soils. You need at least 600 mg of magnesium citrate or bisglycinate taken throughout the day. Also never take b 12 alone . Take a good multi .
