be obtained from a variety of foods.

Natural sources include:

• Fish
• Salmon
• Tuna
• Shellfish
• Beef
• Chicken
• Eggs
• Milk
• Cheese
• Yogurt

People who follow vegetarian or vegan diets can obtain B12 from fortified foods such as certain plant-based milks, breakfast cereals, and nutritional yeast.

Some people may also need vitamin B12 supplements depending on their diet, absorption, age, or medical circumstances.

Can Vitamin B12 Deficiency Be Treated?

Yes. Vitamin B12 deficiency is generally treatable.

Treatment depends on the cause and severity of the deficiency.

Depending on the individual situation, a healthcare