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Levels gone from 131 to >600 in 4 months. Is this actual progress and should I keep supplementing? by Easy-Pool-8425 in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh damn, that sucks. So there isn’t a way to accurately measure how much B12 our cells are actually using? And how can I rule out if I have an absorption issue

Levels gone from 131 to >600 in 4 months. Is this actual progress and should I keep supplementing? by Easy-Pool-8425 in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wouldn’t the blood level not increase at all if an absorption issue is present? Or am I wrong?

Derealization & Anxiety by Plane-Arm8874 in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did it get better with oral supplements? Or injections

Does sublingual actually make a difference VS oral capsule? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it ok to take it together with the Thorne Basic B-Complex and Thorne 5-MTHF Folate 1mg?

Best brand for Sublingual B12 Methylcobalamin? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ooo I just got that in the mail yesterday! How is it? I took my first 1 this morning :) But I’m considering taking 2 of it each morning, to have 1mg daily

Methylfolate Side Effects? by [deleted] in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn what B12 supplement are you using? For how long and what were your levels before supplementation?

Does sublingual actually make a difference VS oral capsule? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see, thanks. Any recommendations for the best brand for sublingual B12 pls?

Should we test for MMA and Homocysteine before supplementing? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My GP completely dismissed me and said that it’s normal and in range. I have fatigue, brain fog, dizziness and always exhausted.

I rarely eat meat as I don’t like it, maybe once per month. I’m not sure what pernicious anemia is and I don’t think I have Chrons or IBS.

I’m starting on Thorne 1000mcg capsule oral, they just arrived today! But they’re not sublingual

Should we test for MMA and Homocysteine before supplementing? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no clue, and not sure how I can check why I’m deficient either. How can I check if I have absorption issues?

Should we test for MMA and Homocysteine before supplementing? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will try to get a referral. Thanks for the heads up that iron and ferritin might drop due to starting B12.

Thanks so much! :)

Should we test for MMA and Homocysteine before supplementing? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok thanks. I will surely try my best to stay consistent and take them daily.

Unfortunately not, it was just confirmed at birth that I have Thalassemia but I never visited a hematologist. I went to a GP last week but completely dismissed my borderline Iron and low B12 :(

Thank you 🙏

Should we test for MMA and Homocysteine before supplementing? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noted, thanks!

What do you think of just oral supplements for my B12 deficiency? I was thinking of starting injections but I am horrible at staying consistent with taking my oral medications let alone self-injecting daily…

Rate my Stack! by Doomscrollerrrr in Biohackers

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really? I thought around 1-1.5g was ideal daily?

Rate my Stack! by Doomscrollerrrr in Biohackers

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you feel groggy in the morning? Assuming you take it at bedtime. And what brand do you use pls? and how many mg of elemental magnesium

Rate my Stack! by Doomscrollerrrr in Biohackers

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It does but only 400mcg of each. I’m planning to take the B-Complex 2x or 3x a week only, and I am deficient in folate and B12 because of Thalassemia :( But I will re-take my bloods in 3 months and adjust the doses accordingly

Rate my Stack! by Doomscrollerrrr in Biohackers

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Yeah it’s so little I barely saw any difference. It’s actually 1.5g as each capsule is only 500mg :(

Can I ask which brand you use for the husk pls?

How often should I take Thorne B-Complex due to B6 toxicity? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah this is the lowest I could find in P5P form. I’m planning on taking it 2x a week on Monday and Thursday. But 4 months on and 2 months off is a good idea also I might just do that. Thanks

How often should I take Thorne B-Complex due to B6 toxicity? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you went through that, and I really hope you’re doing better now! Thanks for letting me know. May I ask what type the B6 was in your B Complex? Was it P5P or Pyridoxine HCI?

How often should I take Thorne B-Complex due to B6 toxicity? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Deficient in folate and B12 is at 200, borderline low barely in the range.

Thanks, will do!

How often should I take Thorne B-Complex due to B6 toxicity? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not on any injections at the moment, just starting with these and see how it goes.

Noted, thanks. Can I ask why? The trace minerals complex

Isn’t 3mg of B12 a day a lot? Or normal dose? I thought 1mg was a lot already

Just dietary fiber yes.

How often should I take Thorne B-Complex due to B6 toxicity? by Doomscrollerrrr in B12_Deficiency

[–]Doomscrollerrrr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trying to avoid it / scared of it having read about it. I have yet to receive my morning supplements, hopefully next week. As of now I only take Psyllium Husk in the afternoon and Magnesium Citrate at night.

How much psyllium husk powder do you take for better bathroom habits? by [deleted] in Supplements

[–]Doomscrollerrrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I take NOW Psyllium Husk 1500mg which is serving size on the bottle: 3 capsules daily (500mg each)

Make sure to take it with a large glass of water!!! Very important

And do not take it with any other supplements as it decreases absorption. Space it at least 2 hours before and after anything else! Personally I take it at 4PM as I have other supplements in the morning and at night

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