The cases of Vitamin B12 deficiency are increasing very rapidly. There are some reasons for this which have not been identified yet. One of these includes RO processed water. A study has found evidence of its being related to Vitamin B12 deficiency.
Let us tell you that Vitamin B12 is a very important nutrient. Due to its deficiency, the body has to face many types of damages. This is because Vitamin B12 is responsible for making red blood cells and keeping nerve cells healthy. It also helps in doing very important work like making DNA.
What came out in the study
According to a report published in NCBI, people drinking RO water have a higher risk of Vitamin B12 deficiency than those drinking normal water. This study was done on 250 people. Out of which 70 people were facing Vitamin B12 deficiency. Out of which 50 percent people were drinking RO water. In such a situation, it was concluded that there is a relationship between RO water and Vitamin B12 deficiency. However, a larger study is needed to confirm this.
What happens when B12 level decreases in the body?
Due to deficiency of Vitamin B12, the blood cells supplying oxygen to the organ start decreasing, due to which the body is not able to function properly. Due to which a person may have to face symptoms like weak muscles, numbness, difficulty in walking, nausea, weight loss , increased heart rate, irritability, depression, confusion, dementia.
Why is RO water not healthy?
RO removes impurities from water along with cobalt which is an important component of Vitamin B12. Due to which drinking this water for a long time causes Vitamin B12 deficiency. Along with this, it also separates healthy micro organisms from water which produce Vitamin B12 directly and indirectly.
This food is necessary to fulfill the deficiency of Vitamin B12
However, supplements are also available to overcome the deficiency of Vitamin B12. But health experts recommend consuming it only when there is severe deficiency. In such a situation, to fulfill its requirement from natural sources, it is very beneficial to eat meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products
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