SummaryResearchers from Osaka Metropolitan University found that low levels of vitamin B12 and folate (vitamin B9) may be linked to ongoing fatigue.Scientists measured their blood levels of homocysteine vitamin B12, and folate and then examined their fatigue levels.The results showed that people with lower levels of vitamin B12 and folate had higher levels of homocysteine.AI Generated Summary
It is not difficult to find people who look tired these days. Whether you are shopping going to work or driving many people seem exhausted all the time.
A new study from Japan suggests that one common reason for constant tiredness may be a lack of B vitamins in the body.
Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University found that low levels of vitamin B12 and folate (vitamin B9) may be linked to ongoing fatigue.
Tiredness can have many causes including stress poor sleep and a busy lifestyle. However if someone continues to feel tired even after getting enough rest or drinking tea or coffee a deficiency of vitamin B12 or folate could be a possible reason.
The researchers also noted that unhealthy eating habits may increase the risk of constant fatigue.
Vitamin B12 and folate help control a substance in the blood called homocysteine. When the body does not get enough of these vitamins, homocysteine levels can rise.
The study involved 600 healthy adults. Scientists measured their blood levels of homocysteine vitamin B12, and folate and then examined their fatigue levels.
The results showed that people with lower levels of vitamin B12 and folate had higher levels of homocysteine.
After considering factors such as age sleep quality workload and diet the researchers found that people with high homocysteine levels were more likely to report severe physical tiredness low energy and a lack of motivation to work.
According to the researchers the findings show a strong connection between vitamin B12, folate and fatigue.
They added that this is the first study to clearly identify this relationship.
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