Low-Normal B12 Levels Linked to Slower Brain Processing

Summary: Even when within the normal range, lower levels of vitamin B12 may contribute to cognitive decline, according to a new study. Researchers found that older adults with lower biologically active B12 had slower cognitive processing and more white matter lesions, despite meeting current nutritional requirements. These findings suggest that the definition of B12 deficiency … Read more

Lower vitamin B12 levels could impact brain function in older adults

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 cognitive impairment. A new study, led by UC San Francisco researchers, found that older, healthy volunteers, with lower concentrations … Read more