Many adults dont get enough B12 through diet alone, especially if they follow a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, have certain digestive conditions, or simply dont absorb nutrients as efficiently with age
This differs from muscle-building (where lean mass increases) and represents preservation of existing muscle during fat loss
If you have a temporary deficiency or increased requirement (say, after a surgery or during recovery from an acute illness), you might only need a short course, perhaps a few weeks of injections, until your vitamin levels normalize or you can meet your needs by mouth again
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Patients following such a diet, should be advised to take oral vitamin B12 regularly