The Science of B12 Absorption and Why Surgery Disrupts It
To truly understand why you need to supplement with vitamin B12 for life, it helps to look at the elegant, yet fragile, biological process that bariatric surgery disrupts. Think of…
Why B12 Deficiency is a Major Risk After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a powerful, life-changing tool for health. You’ve made a courageous decision to reclaim your well-being, and a key part of that journey is understanding how your body…
B12 Deficiency by Surgery Type: Gastric Bypass vs. Sleeve Gastrectomy
You know that vitamin B12 is a critical concern after bariatric surgery, but you might be wondering: does my specific type of surgery change my level of risk? The answer…