Vegans Must Take A Vitamin B12 Supplement Every Day, Says German Nutrition Society As It Raises NRV
Executive Summary
As it raises the nutrient reference value for vitamin B12, the German Nutrition Society recommends that vegans take a supplement every day to address deficiencies resulting from vegan diets. The Vegan Society Germany, however, while supporting the level raise, disputes the claim that plant-based diets cannot supply the required amount of the vitamin.
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