VITAMIN B12 DEFICIENCY | B12 RICH VEGETARIAN FOODS | CURE B12 DEFICIENCY NATURALLY

Summary

The video discusses the widespread issue of Vitamin B12 deficiency, particularly in India and among vegetarians. The speaker, Prashant Jay, a yoga expert, explains the importance of Vitamin B12 for DNA creation, energy production, and the nervous system. He highlights common symptoms of deficiency such as fatigue, mouth ulcers, and neuropathy. Prashant offers dietary suggestions like milk, eggs, spinach, and sprouts to naturally boost B12 levels without supplements. Additionally, he demonstrates yoga asanas and pranayama practices to help the body store Vitamin B12. The video aims to promote a healthy lifestyle through yoga and diet.

Takeaways

• 💊 Around 47% of India's population suffers from low B12 levels, and only 26% may have sufficient B12, while in the US and UK, around 6% of adults under 60 and 20% over 60 experience B12 deficiency.
• 🧠 Vitamin B12 is crucial for several body functions, including DNA creation, energy production, and the proper functioning of the brain and nervous system.
• 😴 Common symptoms of B12 deficiency include constant fatigue, shortness of breath, lack of interest in activities, and swollen feet after walking short distances.
• 🩸 B12 deficiency can lead to blood-related issues like pale skin, yellowish skin tone, dark circles, and blood loss, as well as stomach issues like constipation, gas, and bloating.
• 🤕 Peripheral neuropathy, including numbness, tingling sensations in hands or feet, and a feeling of ants moving or current-like sensations, is another symptom often linked to B12 deficiency.
• 🥛 Vegetarians are at higher risk of B12 deficiency, but consuming milk, eggs, spinach, sprouts, beetroot, chickpeas, and carrots can help fulfill B12 requirements.
• 🍳 Eggs are a good source of B12, and it is important to consume the yolk as it contains most of the vitamin. Eating 3-4 eggs daily can help meet B12 requirements.
• 🧘‍♂️ Yoga practices like Sun Salutations, Trikonasana, and pranayama (breathing exercises) can help retain B12 in the body, although the body itself does not produce B12.
• 🌿 Yogic practices, especially Kapalbhati and Bhastrika pranayama, focus on the digestive area and chest, helping the body absorb and store nutrients more effectively.
• 🧘‍♀️ Regular yoga and pranayama, combined with a balanced diet rich in B12, can help prevent deficiencies and promote a healthier lifestyle.

Q & A

What percentage of people in India suffer from low vitamin B12 levels?

Around 47% of the population in India suffers from low vitamin B12 levels.

How does vitamin B12 deficiency affect people in the US and the UK?

In the US and UK, 6% of adults under 60 years old have vitamin B12 deficiency, while the percentage rises to nearly 20% in those over 60.

Why is vitamin B12 important for the body?

Vitamin B12 is crucial for several body functions, including DNA creation, energy production, and the central nervous system's proper functioning.

What are some symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency?

Common symptoms include fatigue, mouth ulcers, pale skin, dark circles under the eyes, digestive issues like constipation and diarrhea, peripheral neuropathy, numbness, and tingling sensations.

What foods can vegetarians consume to increase vitamin B12 levels?

Vegetarians can consume foods like milk, curd, paneer, cheese, butter, eggs (for eggetarians), spinach, sprouts, beetroot, chickpeas, and carrots to boost their vitamin B12 levels.

How much vitamin B12 can be obtained from one glass of milk?

One glass of whole milk can provide 50-70% of the daily required amount of vitamin B12.

What is the significance of consuming the yolk in eggs for B12 intake?

The yolk of an egg contains the majority of the vitamin B12, so consuming the whole egg is important to meet daily B12 requirements.

What precautions should be taken when preparing spinach to retain its vitamin B12 content?

When preparing spinach, avoid cutting it before washing, as this can cause a loss of B12. Wash the whole leaf, and consider using the water in soups or other dishes to preserve nutrients.

What yoga asanas and pranayama exercises can help store vitamin B12 in the body?

Yoga asanas like sun salutations and trikonasana, as well as pranayama exercises like kapalbhati, bhastrika, and anulom vilom, help the body retain vitamin B12.

Why can’t the body produce vitamin B12 on its own?

The body cannot produce vitamin B12 naturally; it must be obtained from external food sources.