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B-12 for appetite and to gain weight? Posted: 10-03-07 20:55pm


Is it okay to give "B-12" to a 15 year old boy for the purpose of creating more of an appetite for him to gain weight? He is very athletic and has been on protein shakes.

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Better Ask Doc First Posted: 10-04-07 13:48pm


Although B-12 is good. I have learned it really does not much good unless you are defistient. I would consult his doctor about what diet is best for him and proteins etc. There is alot more out there for athletes. Whey Protein is supposed to be very good. Put some weight on him. My son use to take that and mix it in food or a drink.

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Posted: 10-26-07 15:40pm


this is what i found for B12 Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) is a water soluble vitamin necessary for energy production; for nervous system function; for the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that helps with memory and learning; for the synthesis of red blood cells; and for producing the genetic materials, DNA and RNA if you want Whey protein, you can try HMS90 Immunocal. =) I been taking them for years as well.

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Posted: 10-26-07 19:56pm


You body naturally produces B-12. That a doctor will usually do is run a B-12 deffincieny test. If you are low on B-12, He may recomment a monthly injection for you. Honestly. If you are not B-12 deffiffient, you are wasting you money and your time by taking it. Now, in a multi-Vit that is fine. The dose is a small in % of daily requirment that it really has little effect. B-12 in measured with a blood test. I would still go with the Whey Protien IMHO. Carrie

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