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Vitamin B12 Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment

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A study of 202 people with cognitive impairment and low B12 levels found supplementation improved cognition in 84% of patients and memory/attention scores in 78%. Subclinical low-normal B12 is associated with increased risk of neurodegenerative conditions.

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結論

A study of 202 people with cognitive impairment and low B12 levels found supplementation improved cognition in 84% of patients and memory/attention scores in 78%. Subclinical low-normal B12 is associated with increased risk of neurodegenerative conditions.

Key Study Findings

Observational Study n=2582
Relationship Between Serum Vitamins and Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly: A Study Based on the …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Cognitive impairment risk 効果: OR=0.695 (Vit D); OR=0.777 (FA) p=0.003 (Vit D); p=0.034 (FA)

対象集団: Elderly participants aged 60+ from NHANES 2011-2014

Meta-Analysis
Associations between Diet and Cognitive Function in Stroke Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Dose: None vs: Standard care or placebo Outcome: Global cognition in stroke survivors 効果: SMD=0.62 (energy-protein); SMD=-0.40 (B-vitamins) 0.009 (protein); 0.02 (B-vit)

対象集団: Adult stroke survivors (20 trials + 14 observational)

Review
Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Common Questions and Answers.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None 効果: None None

対象集団: Adults with vitamin B12 deficiency

Review
B-vitamins and one-carbon metabolism during pregnancy: health impacts and challenges.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Pregnancy outcomes and offspring neurodevelopment 効果: None None

対象集団: Pregnant women (review)

Randomized Controlled Trial Double-blind
Relationships of B12 and Homocysteine with Outcomes in the SURE-PD, SURE-PD3, and STEADY-PDIII Trials.
Dose: Vitamin B12 (measured, not supplemented) vs: Within-trial comparison Outcome: B12/homocysteine association with PD outcomes 効果: None None

対象集団: Early Parkinson's disease patients

Review
Excess Folic Acid and Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Clinical Implications?
Dose: >5 mg/day vs: None Outcome: B12 deficiency exacerbation by excess folic acid 効果: None None

対象集団: Older adults and at-risk B12 deficient individuals

Key Statistics

25

研究数

3500

参加者数

Positive

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グレード

Referenced Papers

American family physician 2025
Food and nutrition … 2024 19 件の引用
The Pan African … 2021 20 件の引用
The Senior care … 2021 2 件の引用
Journal of Alzheimer's … 2018 281 件の引用
European journal of … 2012 225 件の引用
Evidence report/technology assessment 2006
The Cochrane database … 2003 263 件の引用
Current opinion in … 1998 30 件の引用

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

一般的な使用量

general:
2.4 mcg/day (RDA)
deficiency:
1,000-2,000 mcg/day
cognitivesupport:
500-1,000 mcg/day

上限量: No established UL (water-soluble, low toxicity)

研究で検討された用量

用量 期間 効果 N
None -- Positive 2582
None -- Mixed --
None -- Mixed --
None -- Positive --
Vitamin B12 (measured, not supplemented) -- Positive --
>5 mg/day -- Negative --
None -- Positive --
None -- Positive --

推奨摂取タイミング: Morning, on empty stomach for better absorption (sublingual)

Safety & Side Effects

報告されている副作用

  • Generally very well-tolerated
  • Rare: acne-like eruptions at high doses
  • Injection site reactions (injectable form)

既知の相互作用

  • Metformin (reduces B12 absorption)
  • Proton pump inhibitors (reduce B12 absorption)
  • Colchicine (reduces B12 absorption)

耐容上限摂取量: No established UL (water-soluble, low toxicity)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vitamin B12 help with Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment?
Based on 25 studies with 3,500 participants, there is strong evidence from multiple clinical trials that Vitamin B12 may support Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment management. Our evidence grade is A (Strong Evidence).
How much Vitamin B12 should I take for Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 2.4 mcg/day (RDA). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Vitamin B12?
Reported side effects may include Generally very well-tolerated, Rare: acne-like eruptions at high doses, Injection site reactions (injectable form). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Vitamin B12 and Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment?
We rate the evidence as Grade A (Strong Evidence). This rating is based on 25 peer-reviewed studies with 3,500 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

Related Evidence

に関する他の成分: Nutritional Deficiency Cognitive Impairment

Vitamin B12 他の症状・状態について

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