Patients who transition from gastric banding to other bariatric procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass should be aware that these carry a higher risk of B12 and other micronutrient deficiencies due to their malabsorptive components, and monitoring should be intensified accordingly
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As always: work with a qualified practitioner who knows how to source it legally, dose it, monitor labs, and integrate it into a real, comprehensive health plan
Unlike prescription medications that may alter appetite or nutrient absorption, and require close medical supervision due to potential side effects, lipotropic injections are generally well-tolerated
Before recommending B12 injections, our experienced providers perform a thorough medical evaluation
Unfortunately, its also one of the vitamins that people are most likely to be deficient in, especially if they are vegetarian or vegan, are over 50, or have conditions that affect absorption