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Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient important for human metabolism, neurological function and red blood cell formation, and fish oil contains essential omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA and EPA. Vitamin B12 supplements and fish oil supplements are very different; however they may provide some of the same health benefits. Video of the Day
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By eating fish, you can obtain both vitamin B12 and omega-3s DHA and EPA.
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, types of fish high in omega-3s and lower in mercury include salmon, anchovies and sardines. In addition to fish, other foods sources for vitamin B12 include beef, chicken, eggs, milk, yogurt and cheese. Advertisement
Health Benefits
According to Medline Plus, vitamin B12 is effective for the treatment of pernicious anemia, is likely effective for reducing hyperhomocysteinemia which is a condition related to heart disease, and is possibly effective for the prevention of macular degeneration.
Medline Plus also reports that fish oil is effective for lowering triglyceride levels and reducing heart disease risk, and may help reduce high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure and macular degeneration. According to Medline Plus, some studies show that using fish oil and B12 supplements together may help enhance their ability to help lower high cholesterol levels.
What Is Vitamin B12?
This water-soluble vitamin has many essential functions in your body.
It’s necessary for keeping your nerves healthy and supporting the production of DNA and red blood cells, as well as maintaining normal brain function. Vitamin B12 is absorbed in the stomach with the help of a protein called intrinsic factor. Your body stores excess vitamin B12 in the liver, so if you consume more than the RDI, your body will save it for future use.
You may develop a vitamin B12 deficiency if your body does not produce enough intrinsic factor, or if you don’t eat enough vitamin-B12-rich foods Vitamin B12 is mainly found in animal products, especially meat and dairy products.
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