A new study suggests that older adults with lower levels of vitamin B12—even within the normal range—may experience cognitive decline and brain damage. Researchers found that these people had ...

Vitamin B12 is needed for the development and function of nerve tissue and the brain, and for the formation of red blood cells and DNA. It is found in protein foods such as fish, meat, eggs and ...

Meeting the minimum requirement for vitamin B12, needed to make DNA, red blood cells and nerve tissue, may not actually be enough – particularly if you are older. It may even put you at risk for ...

While vitamin B12 might not be as buzzy as calcium or an immediately recognizable household name like Vitamin C or D, it's just as important for your health—and particularly your brain health.

Low vitamin B12 levels slow brain signal transmission and processing speed High B12 levels may increase biomarkers linked to neuro-degeneration Active B12 measurement may be more accurate than ...

New research from UC San Francisco suggests that the current recommended levels of Vitamin B12 may not be sufficient for preventing cognitive decline in older adults. A study found that even those ...

About 95% of the study participants had vitamin B12 levels within the normal range, the researchers noted.