We dont just test for purity
doi: 10.1007/s11302-014-9427-2
Average milk levels in mature milk are 200 to 700 pmol/L (270 to 950 ng/L) during the first 28 weeks postpartum in healthy, lactating women with known or presumed adequate vitamin B 12 status and not taking a supplement.[27,28,42-45] Levels are highest during the first 4 weeks postpartum and gradually decrease thereafter.[25,28,29,42-47] Hindmilk levels are 20% to 30% higher than foremilk.[29] In populations with a high prevalence of vitamin B 12 deficiency or insufficient dietary vitamin B 12 intake, reported median or average milk levels are 120 to 160 pmol/L (160 to 220 ng/L) at 6 months postpartum.[30,46] In one study of 210 lactating women from different regions of Cameroon, rates of maternal vitamin B 12 deficiency were 15% to 25% and median milk levels were between 47 and 236 pmol/L (64 and 320 ng/L)
By comparison, cyanocobalamin, a form of B12 commonly found in many supplements, has a cyanide group on the cobalamin instead of a methyl group
A study in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry says, Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause big problems with nerves and blood. Vitamin B12 is key for making DNA, fatty acids, and energy. Source: Journal of Clinical Biochemistry Common Signs of Deficiency A Vitamin B12 shortage can show in many ways, like: Fatigue and weakness Numbness or tingling in hands and feet Difficulty walking Mood changes, such as depression Spotting these signs early is key for quick action
Malnutrition : Especially in the elderly, cancer patients, or children whose growth is slowing down
