Boost your metabolism and increase your energy! B-12 shots are an excellent pick-me- up if you’re often feeling drained or tired. It can help jump starting your weight loss journey or simply assist in boosting your overall health.
Vitamin B-12 Shots
”Vitamin B-12 shots give me the energy boost I need toward the end of the work week!
What is Vitamin B-12?
Vitamin B-12 is a water-soluble B complex vitamin found naturally in a variety of foods, including meat, fish and dairy products. Vitamin B-12 is also added to some foods and is available as a dietary supplement. Vitamin B-12 injections are commonly prescribed to help prevent or treat pernicious anemia and B-12 deficiency. Because Vitamin B-12 is water soluable, it cannot be stored by the body, thereby any excess is excreted. No toxic side effects that are associated with getting a B12 shot, thereby patients can receive B-12 shots on a weekly or monthly basis depending on each individuals needs.
Benefits of Vitamin B-12 Include:
- Improves Metabolism
- Increases Energy Levels & Fights Fatigue
- Increases Concentration & Mood
- Promotes Better Sleep
- May Increase Hair Growth or Stop Hair Loss
- Helps Regulate Sex Hormones to Improve Libido
What can
I Expect?
What you can expect during your visit:
- The treatment area will be thoroughly cleansed.
- A small amount, typically 1ml of Vitamin B12 will be injected intramuscularly.
- A bandaid will be applied to the area. After your appointment, you can resume your normal activities. You may experience some localized redness and/or tenderness for the remainder of the day.
How does
it work?
Vitamin B12 is an especially important vitamin for maintaining healthy nerve cells, and it helps in the production of DNA and RNA, the body’s genetic material. Vitamin B12 works closely with vitamin B9, also called folate or folic acid, to help make red blood cells and to help iron work better in the body. Folate and B12 work together to produce S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), a compound involved in immune function and mood.
Anticipated Results
Most patients experience a boost of energy within 48-72 hours after treatment. Results may vary.
Vitamin B-12
Vitamin B-12
