Protect against cancer
Vitamin B12 helps keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy. It also helps make DNA, the genetic material in all cells. A lack of this vitamin can cause anemia and other problems with the nervous system.
Vitamin B12 may help protect against cancer. Studies have found that people who have higher levels of this vitamin in their blood have a lower risk of developing colorectal cancer. It may also help protect against breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
Improves cognitive power
Vitamin B12 has been shown to improve cognitive power. One study showed that it improved mental function in people with mild cognitive impairment. It may also help prevent other forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Getting enough vitamin B12 is important for keeping your brain healthy as you age. (4)