Vitamin D
– Improves calcium absorption
– Helps prevent osteoporosis
– Maintains muscle strength
– Reduces falls
– Potential benefits in brain, colon and immune system
Vitamin B12
– Essential for the nervous system
– Can be impacted by medications
– Deficiency can lead to permanent damage to the brain
– “Normal“ levels of 400 pg/ml and lower can still be associated with a deficiency
– Oral supplements are inexpensive and usually effective
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