Do You Have Enough Vitamin B12? The B12 Tests That Show You

[@mariahirschmann2173]

I've been watching your videos and your way of explaining each topic is perfectly explained in way to easily understand. A year and half ago I was dealing with severely low Vitamin B12, folate and low Vitamin D. As well as high liver enzymes and hypertension. Experienced intense muscle cramps, spasms, tinnitus, muscle soreness, headaches and fatigue. I was tested for MS and had multiple brain a d cervical MRI’s. Diagnosed with fibromyalgia and herniated C2 -C7 and given medications for these which I didn't take. After watching your videos, I decided to take action in my healing. I purchased a high quality methylated Vitamin B12/Folate, Magesium, NAC, Milk Thistle, Tumeric and Vitamin D w Vit K supplement and have taken these supplements over the past year; I'm happy to say all my symptoms have completely disappeared. I'm especially a firm believer in NAC as Ive seen great results not just in me but in my family. I can't recall when I felt a headache or had a muscle cramp at night. My cognitive issues have also disappeared and have increase energy. I appreciate a holistic approach to my overall wellness.

[@CynthiaSchoenbauer]

You sound authoritative and that is a great relief. I like to listen to your videos because you give "the why" and that allows me to have a level of my own discernment when evaluating what I will need to do for me. Thank you!

[@swintegrative]

You are very welcome and thank you. I think 16+ years of clinical practice renders you an authority on some things. I am also keen to learn new things from my patients and research.

[@michaelgrimm]

I have low intracellular b12. But my serum b12 is fine. Will injections help?

[@michellecheatley1214]

Consequenses of too high vitamin B12 levels. ? I thought B12 was water soluble, so any B12 that your body doesn't use, it was excreated in urination. ?

[@swintegrative]

Some but not all is excepted it is stored in the liver as well.

[@CynthiaSchoenbauer]

Should we ask our doctors for all three or should we have an appointment with you first?

[@swintegrative]

Whichever suits you really. I think most doctors will run the tests if they are familiar enough with them. The methylmalonic acid and homocystine tests are often not covered by insurance so there mb some pushback there. they are also more functional and often more sensitive at picking up the b12 deficiency though.

[@jonathontracy773]

Thanks for your videos. How long should someone wait to retest serum B12 after discontinuing use of B12 supplements?

[@swintegrative]

If you are just checking to check 1-2 days. If u think u have a problem with high b12 that is a different answer. Not sure why or what is meant by discounting