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What do you think about the vitamin b12 for weight loss?

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Neither approved nor: Proven to make you lose weight.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 11/16/2017

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Don't bother!: There is absolutely no evidence that vitamin b 12 causes weight loss. The only reason to take B12 is in cases of a deficiency, which can result from poor absorption of B12 in the stomach or intestines or inadequate intake in the diet (vegan diets), .

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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