Vitamin B12 and Folate July 16, 2026 Key points Vitamin B12 and folate are vitamins that serve important functions in the human body
It has been used to treat neurological diseases such as Huntingtons chorea, Tourettes disease, cerebellar ataxia and certain types of seizures
Methylcobalamin B12 is one of the most frequently requested wellness injections, so its natural for clients to have questions about how it works, what it supports and what to expect during a visit
Reasons why mitochondria might be impaired or damaged include: Aging Inadequate diet Poor sleep Lack of exercise Genetics Heavy and toxic metals Pollutants Free radicals Prescription drugs Alcohol There are many conditions that are caused or made worse by mitochondrial dysfunction, such as the following per Pizzorno (2014): Early aging Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Alzheimers disease Autism Cardiovascular disease Chronic fatigue syndrome Dementia Diabetes Huntingtons disease Migraine headache Parkinsons disease A great way to directly influence the health of our mitochondria is through the use of peptides
Serum B12 peaks 2448 hours post-injection and sustains elevated levels for approximately 34 weeks
Deficiency in vitamin B12 can cause symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, numbness or tingling, memory issues, and mood changes