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A member asked:
Hi i have started taking b12 5000 mcg daily. i am feeling much energetic and focused compared to before. i am worried will this affect my health ?
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No worries: B 12 vitamin is a water soluble vitamin. Any excess you have the body will urinate away. No need to worry. Glad your feeling better.
Answered 7/29/2018
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