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04/07/2011: Connie from Slc, Ut writes: "B-12 For many ailments
Hi y'all; I've wanted to post suggestions to people with these particular symptoms, but I was having so many recurrences- I began to have doubts that I could help. A recent blood test brought me to realize that the recurrence of these negative symptoms were because I was not taking B-12 with enough frequency. My long time condition of macrocytosis (big blood cells) had returned. It's probably pernicious anemia, a B-12 deficiency of an autoimmune cause, because I consistently need high amounts of it to stop and reverse the nerve damage that keeps reappearing when I try to reduce it. Many people may have a B-12 deficiency for reasons of : low consumption of foods with it, low stomach acid, intestinal absorption problems, and medication interactions.
The symptoms that B-12 supplementation has relieved for me are so many, that I hardly believe them, but it doesn't matter, I don't even have to believe it; the relief happens anyway. So here goes : Numbness, tingling, pain, of hands, feet, lips, tongue, flank, and gums. (3 years ago, my left hand was becoming claw-like and I nearly lost the use of it. I'm left handed. ) My right foot would shuffle along beside me. My left big toe would present with distractive pain. My vision was blurred and doubled. My hearing was decreased, and there was intermittent tinnitus. I was very irritable and paranoid with very poor memory. There was worsened insomnia and poor physical coordination. I was unable to recover from a PTSD episode, and memories of other traumas began to recur when I was B-12 deficient. I have a long history of IBS, constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence that was not completely relieved by probiotics, magnesium, or potassium supplementation. I have a long history of anxiety, depression, and OCD, (trichotillomania, hair pulling). B-12 has brought immeasurable relief from these conditions for me. Some of these conditions may take a year to relieve. Please tell others of this.
With restarting B-12, I have also noticed that it has helped me with an hypersensitivity to acids. I've been reducing acids in general, to my great benefit, but I was having to become ridiculous about it. Apparently, B-12 is rebuilding the sheaths of my nerves so that I'm less vulnerable to acids. It also is active in metabolizing many acids. I have found it to have no negative side effects for me, but it does have an antagonistic relationship with potassium. If someone with low potassium begins supplementing B-12 in large doses, there could be trouble. I suggest caution. There are many symptoms that low B-12 and low potassium share, such as anxiety, fatigue, insomnia, irritability, shortness of breath, heart palpitations and more. Taking potassium with B-12 has sped my recovery from nerve damage. For now, I'm going to take 1000 to 5000 mcg. Of sublingual methyl- B-12 daily. I also take B-complex and a little extra folate. (400 to 800 mcg. Folate is powerful. Caution). Meantime, I'll continue to treat my liver well, and negotiate this autoimmune business. But I am grateful to this buxom red jewel of a molecule!"
Replies04/10/2011: Coco from Teaneck, Nj replies: "hello Connie--My symptoms are very similar if not identical. Can you please help and tell me what test did you needed from your MD.Thanks----usanydpadgmaildotcom"
04/11/2011: Connie from Slc, Ut replies: "Hi Coco; A CBC, complete blood count, may be somewhat helpful. A vitamin B-12 blood test status may also be helpful. In my CBC results, my MCV, (mean corpuscular volume), becomes high normal to above normal. But this can also indicate low folate and low B6. However, when there are concurrent neurological symptoms, It usually indicates a B-12 deficiency. Low folate and low B6 usually don't manifest with such extreme symptoms as I described before. I also tend to have high MCH, HGB, HCT, and lowered PLT. Some of these numbers can be affected by dehydration and liver function. Symptoms should always be addressed, but they can be confusing as well. A blood test for B-12 status can be affected if you are already taking a B-complex or B-12, but it's still worth getting. By the time I got a test, I had been taking sublingual methylcobalamin 5000 mcg to 10000 mcg daily for a month. The results showed an above normal amount by American ranges, but were in the high normal range by European and Japanese ranges. I've read that Japan has some of the world's lowest rates of dementia. Many people may have the strong negative symptoms of B-12 deficiency, even when their test numbers are well within normal range here in America. Doctors often refuse treatment because of this. Shame. Even though my test revealed high status, it took many more months of B-12 loading to improve symptoms. I did decrease B-12 loading to 1000 mcg to 5000 mcg daily during those months with great results. All my best to you, Coco, I will try to find answers if you have more questions."
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[YEA] 01/05/2009: Janie from Mattoon, Illinois writes: "First of all I absolutely love this website! It is so helpful and... eye-openingly refreshing!
I am a vegetarian and know the importance of getting protein especially. Little did I know until later that I wasn't getting enough protein when I thought all along I had! Last year I went through a sleugh of tests to try and figure out why I was having this God-awful stabbing,jabbing pain directly below my right rib cage which to me, felt like a heart attack. It seemed to flair up an hour or two after a meal. I also suffer from Gerd so I would somehow associate it with that. But, I would have this uncomfortable pain consistantly every day -And it was more apparent at night or in the wee hours of the morn. My doc thought it might be gallbladder so I underwent tests for that. They came back Negative. During the many visits and not to mention the dollars spent trying to get to the bottom of what was causing that pain - I decided to get up on the internet to try and find the answer myself. Realizing that I am a vegetarian and have been for many years, I checked out everything food related and that I needed in the way of nutrtion, that was beneficial to my living this vegan lifestyle. During the research I found that a lack of B12 could be the cause for this sharp, unexplained pain that I was having - and I had been having it for more than a year or so - Anyways. to make this long story short, I went back to the doc. Told her what I found that might be causing this pain - She ordered up a blood test and found out that I was deficient in B12! She didn't want to give me the shots so I was put on B12 supplements that she recommended from the health food store ( Must contain methylcollomin - check my spelling on that word though ok?) - Anyways,after taking the 1,000 mcg's of B12 - 2 a day at first - now down to one,the pain was gone almost immediately (with-in a week I'd say) and remains to be gone to this day!!!! Yeah.... The brand I take is B12 Infusion by Enzymatic, for those of you who might be interested. Thanks for letting me share my story."
[YEA] 05/20/2010: Maggie from Canton, Mi replies: "I was diagnosed with pernicious anemia a few years ago and have been supplementing B12 ever since. It has raised my energy level and made me much more calm.
What I found interesting was the handout my doctor gave me. Apparently high levels of nitrous oxide deplete B12 in our bodies. The catalytic converters in modern cars turn carbon monoxide into nitrous oxide thus filling our atmosphere with high concentrations of this b12 draining gas.
Is it any wonder we have the neurological problems we have. It even makes me wonder about road rage.
There is so much depression and so many mysterious ailments making us tired, depressed achy, nervous and anxious. One has to look at environmental effects.
I am glad to find such a diligent group of people who are looking out for their health in a natural and balancing way. Thank you for sharing your insights. I have used a few of the remedies I found here and they are working for me."
05/21/2010: Gean from Salina, Ks replies: "I have heard that a good remedy for pernicious anemia is a raw egg dropped in a glass of grape juice and drunk down whole. Once or twice a day. Make sure the eggs are free range from healthy chickens or organic."
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[YEA] 08/24/2008: Kim from Sussex, England writes: "I was reading some research about B12 having a beneficial effect on patients with Alzheimers and people who had forms of depression. As a 76 year old, I am concerned to keep my mental health as active as I can. For the last few weeks in addition to my vitamins and minerals, I also take three or four 5000 mcg Vitamin B-12 tablets a day and let them dissolve in my mouth. I also started taking Ginko Biloba and Siberian Ginseng. My energy level has improved immensely and I find myself in a jolly good mood. I've had a bad memory my entire life, so I would be very surprised to see improvement in that area."
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[YEA] 04/16/2008: Terry from Vancouver, Washington writes: "I went to your site on Hives. I had been suffering with a red rash on my legs, shoulders, arms and middle of lower back for about 2 months and I itched untile I bleed. I had been using a Hydrocortisone cream 1% with Aloe with NO results. I had discovered from your site where people had been getting good relief with ACV and A 90% cure rate with Vitamin B-12 at one milligram a day. I started taking the B-12 and applying the ACV topicallly at least 3 times a day ( just pour on a cotton ball and apply ). I also started taking 2 T. ACV in an 8 oz. glass of water with 1/4 t of Baking Soda. I figured if its good for the outside of the body it couldn't hurt me on the inside. I am happy to say it worked my rash and bumps are almost gone and there is no longer any rash that itches or bleeds., Thank you ALL for your contributions to this site. I was at wits end. Terry"
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[YEA] 04/04/2008: Christine from Virginia Beach, USA writes: "Acid reflux is often caused by a Vitamin B12 deficiency. Since you need B12 to make enough intrisic factor and enzymes to absorb it, perhaps just taking ACV will help you absorb Vitamin B12 better.
Nevertheless, I have found that as long as I take 4 B12 dots (500 mcg) under the tongue once a day, I am fine. When I don't, the reflux comes right back."
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[YEA] 08/22/2006: Justin from Port St. Lucie writes: "I was under constant attack from anxiety, and depression was setting in because of it. I saw a therapist who taught me about positive thinking and ways to get myself out of a panic attack. It kinda worked but was a constant effort to always be managing my moods and still fighting random panic attacks. I started self medicating with a popular narcotic made to ease anxiety. We all know it as a small white rectangular pill. I became dependant and my tolerance built up way to high. I lost my job, and almost my wife and kid because of that stupid pill! I checked myself into a rehab...mainly to get it out of my system while in a secure, stable environment. My mind was definetly set on getting that pill out of my life so it was easy to kick. When I got out I was so scared of my anxiety coming back...and it did! I then remembered someone telling me about B-12 and Folic Acid as a natural cure for anxiety. I went to the store found the vitamins and saw it was like $6 for a 3 months supply and said "what the heck, I'll try it".....2 years later only one ten minute panic attack! The one I did have was after a night of drinking and did not take my vitamins...so def. my own fault. I take 500mcgs of B-12 and 400 mcgs of Folic Acid twice a day (i'm a big guy) I rarely, very rarely even think of my anxiety.
I have also, overtime, added a supplement called 5-htp and always carry around Altoids. I take the 5-htp when it just feels like things aren't going my way, and within an hour I am as giddy as a 3yr old watching blues clues! The Altoids help me out just whenever, they give me my own personal break from everything. The freshness it gives just puts everything back on a balanced level. The extreme peppermint taste relaxes me. I pop one in before any stressfull meeting, event, issue and i'ts like my own personal shield from stress!
As a side note since taking these new vitamins I have only been sick with a cold for one day out of 2 years! I have not gotten a single sore throat, flu, ear ache...Everyone in my family can be sick and I get nothing! I feel invincible! Smiling more."
Replies09/30/2008: Michael from Forest, Virginia replies: "TO: Justin from Port St. Lucie
You mentioned 5-HTP and how it lifts your mood in a great way in just an hour after taking it....Could you tell me how much
you take to get that effect? Also, what time of day you take it, and how often, to get that mood lift? Does it ever make you feel groggy, or sleepy? Thanks so very much for your help! God Bless, Michael"
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[YEA] Anonymous writes: "re: Bursitis: Dr. Jonathon V. Wright says that taking 1000 mcg. shot of B12 every day until the pain goes away and then a couple more to make sure you have enough, always works."
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BENEFITS
05/04/2011: Connie from Slc, Ut writes: "Hey Y'all; Here I come out the bushes again, a naked goose with a tart tongue... I'll just remove this hat. My father announced to me, ( probably upon my provocation), that marijuana made him vomit. He recounted that one evening, he attended a party, drank 2 vodka martinis, had 2 draws off a marijuana cigarette, and then vomited. " And all I ate that day was a half a bologna sandwich and a valium! " It still makes me smile. Cannabis is an antiemetic. I admit that it can be very difficult to pinpoint the offending substance when I'm experiencing negative symptoms.
Nowadays, we're taught to fear or dismiss the very substance that could help us. Sometimes we don't get good results because the substance is combined with chemicals that interefere with its bioavailability. Sometimes, it must be taken orally, sublingually, and or parentally. (injection) This is true for B-12. I've been visiting many websites to try and understand why some people that seem to need this substance, do not have positive results with it. Of course, they may not need it. Some practioners believe that folks with high histamine (low- methylators), may have a negative reaction. ( I haven't measured my histamine, but I do flush hard and long after I take small amounts of niacin). Some researchers and B-12 deficient folks question the accuracy of testing. It is thought that serum B-12 is not a good indicator of the cerebrospinal content of B-12, for instance. So many of us are left with the choice to test ourselves and observe our own results. We try to distinguish what are and what are not the effects of this substance. This process is extremely difficult because it is truly impossible to completely isolate a substance and it is even less possible to suspend bias. But we try.
In my search of many sites that list the benefits of B-12 and my own results, I've found this list to be huge. I recommend that you visit Pernicious Anemia.org, and b12d.org for more information about it. Meanwhile, I'll include a list of more benefits that may interest folks here. B-12 may help these ailments : Canker sores, Shingles and Herpes outbreaks, Allergies, Constipation and Diarrhea ( when cause is vagus nerve disturbance), Depression and Anxiety, Greying Hair, Hairloss, General skin conditions including Hypo and Hyperpigmentation, Ridges in nails, Vertigo, Labored Breathing, Shocking nerve pain, Vibration of Nerve channels, (described as "cell phone vibration" here). This list is a fraction of what I have encountered. Of course, We know that there is no single substance that works for all, but its worth a try, possibly."
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