NEW: Vitamin B12 3000 mcg with three natural forms of B12

Golden Naturals adds a new product to the Vitamin B12 series: Vitamin B12 3000 mcg. An accessible and affordable 'in-betweener' composed of three natural forms of vitamin B12: methylcobalamin, adenosylcobalamin and hydroxocobalamin. In addition to the 'maintenance dose' with 1000 mcg and the high dose 6000 mcg, this introduction offers more freedom of choice in B12 products. In this blog we tell you more!

What is Vitamin B12?

With its intense red color, vitamin B12 is a striking vitamin. Vitamin B12 is the only water-soluble vitamin that is stored in the body. So our body is able to build up a reserve for 'worse times', amazing isn't it? Of all the vitamins, vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, has the largest and most complex molecular structure. Vitamin B12 comes in several forms: methyl, adenosyl, hydroxo and cyanocobalamin. Methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin (also called dibencozide) are the biologically active forms of vitamin B12.

Why do you need vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 has several important functions in the body. The best known and most important is that it helps with fatigue and activates the natural energy in the body. In addition, it is good for memory and concentration and contributes to the maintenance of normal function of the nervous system and immune system. We also need vitamin B12 for the production of red blood cells. The bacteria in our gut make a small amount, but not nearly enough to meet our minimal needs. So we have to get the rest of the necessary B12 from food.

What is vitamin B12 in?

Vitamin B12 is found almost exclusively in animal products such as milk, dairy products, meat (products), fish and eggs. In people who use no animal products at all or almost no animal products, such as vegetarians and vegans, there is a high chance of an increased need for vitamin B12. This also applies to the elderly and people with a deficiency of the stomach protein Intrinsic Factor. But there are also enough people who cannot (any longer) absorb the vitamins from food. They may benefit from a B12 supplement.

How much B12 do you need per day and when do you choose a supplement?

An adult needs about 2.8 micrograms of vitamin B12 per day. With a healthy and varied diet you usually get enough. Those who have an increased need for vitamin B12 usually do not notice this immediately: B12 is, after all, one of the few vitamins that the body can store, so you can live on the reserve for a while. For example, if your B12 reserve is exhausted, you may notice that you have less energy. Vitamin B12 supplementation can be used in case of an increased need and to maintain a healthy vitamin B12 level.

Vitamin B12 3000 mcg with hydroxocobalamin

Vitamin B12 3000 mcg from Golden Naturals is a high dose and complete product composed of three natural forms of vitamin B12: methylcobalamin, adenosylcobalamin (also called dibencozide) and hydroxocobalamin. This triple composition contributes in particular to the build-up and utilization of the vitamin B12 (reserve) stock in the body. Hydroxocobalamin is known as the 'mother form' of vitamin B12. In the Netherlands, hydroxocobalamin is usually used for vitamin B12 injections (usually in the thigh). Methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin are biologically active forms of B12 that can be used directly by the body's cells. The minimal amount of excipients and high concentration of vitamin B12 results in rapid absorption through the mucous membrane into the blood. Many other vitamin B12 supplements contain cyanocobalamin, a synthetic, non-natural form that the body must first convert before it has an effect. The advantage of a supplement with biologically active ingredients is that the body can immediately absorb the active ingredients. The easy-to-take lozenges of Golden Naturals Vitamin B12 3000 mcg also contain the active forms of vitamin B6 and folic acid (folate), for extra energy when tired.