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Bariatric Advantage SpeedyMelts®B12 delivers 1,000 mcg of high-quality vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) in a great-tasting, fast-melting formula designed to dissolve in the mouth. Available in delicious Black Cherry and Peppermint flavors, our B12 formula is just the right combination of great taste, smooth texture, and fast action to keep patients on track to achieve—and maintain—their vitamin B12 goals. Our B12 Speedy Melts are vegetarian.
Bariatric Advantage B12 SpeedyMelt®s are fast melting delicious tablets that deliver 1,000 mcg of high-quality vitamin B12 and 200 mcg folic acid for collaborative nutritional support. Bariatric surgery can increase the risk for Vitamin B12 deficiency, which has been reported in patients of all bariatric procedure types.1 Excess weightis also a risk factor for vitamin B12 deficiency.2
Patients of certain bariatric procedure types may have limited intrinsic factor,3 a substance produced in the lower part of the stomach, which is needed to absorb vitamin B12. Additionally,certain medications that many patients take before and after surgery can decrease vitamin B12 absorption and stores in the body.
ASMBS guidelines call for 1,000 mcg ofvitamin B12per day for Gastric Bypass (RYGB/RNY) and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG/SG) patients.4
Vitamin B12 is a cofactor in essential physiological reactions, and plays a very role for important nerves, brain, heart, blood cell production, and DNA, Adequate B12 helps maintain energy metabolism.*
Hamad, Giselle G. et al. "The Effect of Gastric Bypass on the Pharmacokinetics of Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors." Am Journ Psychiatry 169.3 (2012): 256–263. PMC. Web. 27 Feb. 2017.
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Kate
from midwest vitamin_b124
Decade + out from sx.. Vitamin stores have been severely low and so I'm back to BA to see how I do on these. I am basing all my ratings on taste and ease of use with a top of 4 stars. When I get level updates, I will adjust. For newbies, vitamins and minerals will never taste like candy so don't expect it.
Peppermint--small, right at 1/2". Light yet recognizable flavor. Fairly fast until dissolved.
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'Very good tasting and easy to digest'
Beverly Williams
from USA vitamin_b125
'Thank you '
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'Speedy melts B12'
Edwina Crum
from USA vitamin_b125
'I like the taste and it helps '
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A Great Boost
Victor Johnson
from Philadelphia, PA vitamin_b125
Extra energy after a few days of trying this product!
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'Speedy Melts'
Sharon Stegner
from USA vitamin_b125
'These taste great! They give me all the B12 I need. '
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