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05-20-2018, 01:43 PM | #1 | ||
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Hi Marlene thanks for the reply...like I said in my orginal post they have said my B12 levels are normal..only vitamin D levels wer down I'm taking prescription vitD tabs I'm also not diabetic checked and all good...also I'm taking a complex B supplements omega3 fish oils,pregablin.No I'm not a vegetarian..i never catch colds or flu,this was so sudden and out of the blue...my nervous system went completely out of whack...will this ever get better??
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05-20-2018, 02:07 PM | #2 | ||
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Regarding Vitamin D. Prescription Vitamin D is usually D2 and not an optimal form. D3 is better and can purchased over the counter. On a side note, we always take our D3 with K2 to help prevent the calcium from being misplaced. I would look at adding in magnesium as well. If you get a chance, watch this on B12. Diagnosing and Treating Vitamin B12 Deficiency - YouTube |
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05-21-2018, 07:49 AM | #3 | ||
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I am currently on 20,000 D3 twice a week...I do think my B12 levels are low as my younger brother who’s 23 had a blood test recently and his levels are 780 compared to my 392..but any of the 3 neuros I have seen have not even considered this and said it’s fine...my next appointment is in July so I’m not sure what I should do in the meantime
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"Thanks for this!" says: | Marlene (05-21-2018) |
05-21-2018, 10:28 AM | #4 | ||
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In the meantime, look at your current B complex supplement to check what type of B12, folate and B6 are in it. For many, the least effect forms are the Cyno B12 and folic acid and pyridoxine. Pinkynose's advice regarding record keeping is a good idea. |
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05-21-2018, 01:31 PM | #5 | ||
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05-21-2018, 01:58 PM | #6 | |||
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you arent being ignored. if someone has nothing in common, to help or add they usually wont respond. traffic is way down on this site.
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05-21-2018, 02:58 PM | #7 | ||
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2) Your B complex would be best if it contained the bio active forms. Methly B12, P5P form of B6 and methyl folate. These forms do not require you body to convert them to a usable form. 3) Absorption issues The liver can store approximately a five year supply of B12. So by the time your B12 shows up as being low to low-normal, you've probably had some issue going on for awhile. It's important to look at digestive health. Off the top of my head, here are some reasons for low B12 absorption: A - you lack intrinsic factor. Either due to damage to the lining of stomach or a possible auto-immune issue which destroys it. B - Over growth of the wrong kind of gut bacteria, candida as well as h.pylori. The bad stuff eats up B12 so it gets to it before you do and compromise the gut lining. C - You do not have sufficient HCI (stomach acid) to break down your food. People on acid reflux drugs will have an issue at some point. I know this sounds counter-intuitive, but alternative doctors will treat heart burn and acid reflux with HCI. You need B1, zinc and iodine to make stomach acid. If you don't have adequate stomach acid, you won't absorb zinc either. D - Digestive enzymes produced by the pancreas are insufficient. Raw foods can help because they contain enzymes that will help break down food. E - Celiacs disease/gluten intolerance will destroy the lining of gut and small intestine causing all kinds of issues as well as destroy the cell responsible for making intrinsic factor. And as you know, wheat and grain are inflammatory to many. Most people won't test positive for Celiac but benefit greatly when stopping gluten. It can a long time to heal from this. F - Antibiotic use, aspirin, NSAIDs, Acid reflux drugs and alcohol abuse can mess things up. ------------------- Regarding your IPAD/PHONE. The more common problem with these devices is related to structure. How you hold your neck and head can cause tension in the muscles which can lead to nerve issues. Pay attention to your posture. You may want to try epson salt bath or hand soak. Espom salt contains magnesium and is very relaxing. There are also Magnesium creams you can try on the back of your neck/shoulders. It can take months to restore your B12 and for your nerves to recover. So you are on the right track by cleaning up your diet and it's great that you have stopped smoking. One last question....did they check your iron? |
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05-21-2018, 03:45 PM | #8 | ||
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Ok this is making some sense now...as I had been on lansoprazole for quite a few years..its only when my wife blame my symptoms on the anti acids I have weaned off and only take it when my acid reflux is really troublesome.Again I will come back to my point the 2 Neuros I have seen on the NHS have not made a connection to this.
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05-21-2018, 03:47 PM | #9 | ||
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