Daily Dosage

RDA: 2.0 mcg

Supplementary Ranges: 100-300 mcg

Toxicity: not known

Augmenting Nutrients:

B complex, B6, C, calcium, choline, folic acid, Inositol, potassium, sodium

Anti-Vitamins:

Alcohol, B6/calcium/iron deficiencies, coffee, hydrochloric acid deficiency, laxatives, liver disease, oral contraceptives, tobacco

Animal Sources:

Beef, eggs, crab, fish, mackerel, milk & milk products, organ meats, oysters, pork, salmon, liver (beef) 1/2 lb 181 mcg

Trout 1.2 lb = 11mcg

Plant Source:

Spirulina *

Bodily Parts Affected:

Liver, nerves, red blood cells

Bodily Functions Facilitated:

Appetite stimulation, blood cell formation, cell longevity, healthy nervous system, iron absorption, metabolism of carbohydrate/fat/protein, normal energy levels, protection of liver from toxins

Deficiency Symptoms:

Appetite loss, diminished reflex responses, fatigue, irritability, memory impairment, mental depression & confusion, nervousness, pernicious anemia, unpleasant body odor, walking & speaking difficulties, weakness (arms/legs)

Therapeutic Applications:

Alcoholism, allergies, anemia, anxxiety, arthritis, asthma, bursitis, epilepsy, fatigue, hepatitis, hypoglycemia, inability to concentrate, insomnia, menstrual disturbances, depression, osteoporosis, shingles, stress