New potential discovered in a popular Vitamin
Researchers from the Spanish Institute for Research in Biomedicine have conducted a detailed analysis to investigate the impact of vitamin B12 on restorative processes in our bodies. Their conclusions are very promising.
Dec 11, 2023 | updated: 5:11 AM EST, December 11, 2023
Role of Vitamin B12 in Tissue Regeneration
The scientists focused their study on the impact of vitamin B12 on cell reprogramming, a significant process in tissue regeneration. They found that supplementing with vitamin B12 greatly increased the efficiency of this process.
The researchers demonstrated that supplementation with vitamin B12 accelerates tissue repair in a mouse model of ulcerative colitis, and facilitates reprogramming, which as a result, happens more swiftly and on a larger scale.
Dr. Marta Kovatcheva, one of the study's authors, emphasized the importance of vitamin B12 in crucial metabolic reactions in mammals, including humans. She stressed that this vitamin plays a vital part in creating specific chemical markers, which are critical for determining cell behavior, specifically their ability to self-renew and repair.
The Potential of Vitamin B12
In light of the study results, Dr. Manuel Serrano, another co-author, praised the simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and safety of using vitamin B12 as a supplement. He believes that this vitamin has the potential to significantly enhance the healing process for patients after surgery.
However, he notes that further clinical trials are necessary to thoroughly validate the effectiveness of vitamin B12 in a broad range of medical applications. Regardless, these studies provide new avenues for exploring the therapeutic use of vitamin B12.
The study results were published in the journal "Nature Metabolism".
Other Proven Properties of Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 has a pivotal role in many aspects of human health, being essential for the proper functioning of the nervous and circulatory systems.
Moreover, vitamin B12 is involved in the metabolism of every human cell, influencing DNA synthesis, energy production, as well as the metabolism of fats and proteins. Studies have found that adequate levels of vitamin B12 can support cognitive functions, reducing the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases.
