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I'm 66,currently on 2mg folic acid,should i take b12 supplement considering my age?

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Folic acid 2 mg.: B12 supplement is essential for those over 50 , since absorption of B12 is diminished in the sixth decade generally: 25-100 mcg. per day .

Answered 1/9/2018

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