Some medical conditions, including autoimmune disease like shingles (herpes zoster), rheumatoid arthritis or celiac disease, as well as Lyme disease, some cancers, and several other diseases can also cause or increase the risk of nerve damage, also sometimes referred to as peripheral neuropathy
Free vitamin B12 then combines with intrinsic factor a substance secreted by the stomach cellswhich enables it to be absorbed from the small intestine
Over time, low levels of the vitamin may also raise your risk of experiencing mental health problems such as depression
Physical activity boosts calorie burn and supports muscle health during weight loss
For more on how PCOS and insulin resistance connect to nutritional status, see our guide on insulin resistance and PCOS
Studies published in peer-reviewed journals have investigated its potential utility in musculoskeletal research contexts, making it a compound of ongoing scientific interest across metabolic and regenerative biology disciplines