Vitamin B12 Injection
B12 injections are typically used as a treatment for many conditions including anaemia and arthritis.
What is a Vitamin B12 Injection?
B12 injections are typically used as a treatment for many conditions including anaemia and arthritis. B12 accelerated the intrinsic factor in the stomach, which is necessary for the absorption of vitamins. Many vegetarians benefit from having a B12 shot as the primary source of B12 is from animal produce. People with chronic fatigue or anaemia require weekly, to monthly injections of vitamin B12.This is because when B12 is taken orally, up to 48% is lost due to the acids in our stomach. Vitamin B12 shots are most effective when taken at regular intervals (usually weekly or monthly).
A regular healthy individual would also benefit from having vitamin B12 injections. B12 is the vitamin that carriers other vitamins around the body; this promotes a healthier vitamin distribution, increased energy and production, a quicker metabolism and it’s even been linked to lifting mood and decreasing depression.
What are the benefits to having a Vitamin B12 injection?
- More energy, mental alertness, and stamina for everyday tasks plus a healthier immune system.
- Improves sleep
- Increases metabolism, thereby aiding in weight loss
- Reduced allergies, stress, and depression
- Improves mood stabilization
- Lessens frequency and severity of migraines and headaches
- Helps lower homocysteine levels in the blood, thereby reducing the probability of heart diseases and stokes
How do B12 injections work?
Vitamin B12 is a water – soluble vitamin, also known as cobalamin. It plays a vital role in brain function and the production of DNA and red blood cells. Chemically, vitamin B12 can exist in several different forms, but all of them contain the mineral cobalt. The vitamin can be stored in the liver for a long time, so it may take a few years for a deficiency to develop.
A vitamin B12 injection is administered in the upper arm, this treatment only takes a few moments, minimal downtime, and pain. Normal activities can resume right away.
A course of injections is highly recommended for B12, for example a course of 4. every few weeks to begin with. Moving forward it can be repeated once every few months to ensure regular levels are maintained.
Pricing?
All clients must have a consultation prior to having a B12 injection, this is so we can be confident that you are fit and well for the procedure, discuss a treatment plan and explain the treatment in more depth, along with any questions you may have regarding B12 injections.
- One shot of B12 starts from £25
- A course of 4 injections is £80