Why Is Vitamin B12 Most Often Needed For Vegetarians?

Why Is Vitamin B12 Most Often Needed For Vegetarians?
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B12 is an essential vitamin for maintaining nerve and red blood cell production. Vegetarians do not eat the foods it is found in, such as fish, shellfish, meat and dairy products.

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Article reviewed by Elizabeth Last updated on: Aug 2, 2011

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