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Family is know for b12 deficiency. would it be ok for me to take b12 without having it checked?
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B12 deficiency: You should have a vitamin/mineral analysis done first before you begin supplementing as it may be unneccessary and excessive amounts of B12 can effect b6. Best wishes.
Answered 6/24/2014
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