An intervention trial in 75 adult male smokers found that supplementation with 1,000 mg/day of vitamin C resulted in significantly lower blood lead concentration over a four-week treatment period compared to placebo (219)
They warn that the lack of rigorous clinical trials and standardized protocols raise serious safety concerns, including the risk of hepatotoxicity (liver damage caused by chemicals) and allergic reactions like anaphylaxis
At Vertex PT Specialists , we help patients throughout Columbia, Irmo, Cayce, and West Columbia recover from concussion symptoms with individualized careand when appropriate, we integrate the latest evidence on supplements into our approach
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At a glance: RDA: 2.4 mcg/day (adults) UL: Not established (insufficient evidence to set a tolerable upper limit) [ref] Dietary considerations: Vegan and vegetarian diets: Vitamin B12 is only found in animal-based foods, so vegans and vegetarians are often deficient or marginal in their B12 status.[ref] B12 is often added to breakfast cereals and other refined products, so eating a vegetarian diet that includes packaged and refined foods may actually result in higher B12 levels (although probably not in better health)