The Nurturing Code by Hina Jawed

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Today on Science Sunday, I talk about the risk of vitamin B12 deficiency in those on plant-based diets exclusively. This is further complicated by the roles our genetics play in its metabolism.

Those on plant-based diets are at increased risk of being deficient in Vitamin B12. It is very important for a healthy brain and normal nervous system functioning and is primarily found in meat, eggs, and dairy products. This is where supplementation can be necessary in those eating plant-based foods mainly.

How do we know some individuals are at higher risk of vitamin B12 deficiency: A gene called FUT2 Gene determines how efficiently an individual utilizes Vitamin B12.

Those who are on a vegetarian diet are at risk of low serum B12 if they carry the GG or GA version of the FUT2 gene vs those who carry the AA version. Meanwhile individuals with the AA genotype have comparable levels of b12 regardless of if they were following an animal based or a plant-based vegetarian diet. So it is essential for those who are on a plant-based diet AND have the high risk genotype to meet the RDA for vitamin b12, which is 2.4 micrograms daily.