Why B12 Shots Should Be A Part Of Your Regular Health & Wellness Routine

Do you get enough B12? There are several reasons why Sameday Health chose to offer B12 supplemental shots as we usher in the company’s new chapter in providing individuals with quality, immediate care when they need it, wherever they need it. According to Sameday Health Doctor Craig Bailey, MD, this powerhouse essential vitamin is required for the proper function and development of the brain, nerves, blood cells, and many other parts of the body. Getting a highly-absorbable B12 shot can almost immediately contribute to an increase in our energy levels, concentration and metabolism.'

What Causes Vitamin B12 Deficiency?:

People who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet are at the highest risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. They may get little to no B12 from their food because vitamin B12 only occurs naturally in animal sources. Though you might be able to add fortified foods to your diet or take supplements to meet this need, a regular B12 shot will provide the nutrients needed for healthy bodily function almost immediately. Vegans and vegetarians are not alone in B12 deficiency - it can also develop from poor B12 absorption as some people are not able to absorb it well. If left untreated, vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to neurological problems or pernicious anemia. If you're not sure whether a B12 shot is right for you, you can ask your doctor for a blood test to check your vitamin B12 levels.

Why You Should Take B12 Shots Over Oral Supplements:

According to Doctor Craig Bailey, MD and supporting medical research, B12 shots provide the benefit of more accurately and quickly raising B12 levels in our bodies vs. taking oral supplements alone. This has to do with the absorption of B12 through the gastrointestinal tract, "first pass metabolism", where oral B12 is not able to fully absorb into our bodies. An intramuscular injection of B12 allows for more complete absorption.

Sameday Health now offers B12 supplemental shots at various locations in Southern California, and will be rolling out the shots at various Sameday Health clinics around the country. To learn more about our B12 shots, check out the video below where Sameday Health Doctor Craig Bailey, MD walks you through the importance of this vitamin in our regular healthcare routine. You can also visit samedayhealth.com to book your B12 shot appointment.