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Lactose intolerant and B12 deficiency
I have autoimmune hypothyroidism and I am taking 100 mcg thyronorm daily and hormonal levels are in normal range. But I am also lactose intolerant and have developed B12 deficiency with level of 59 pg/ml. So what should I take for treating my deficiency apart from supplements?
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Now you have problem with lactose intolerance and vit B 12 deficiency right?
Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk, and other dairy products are all good sources of vitamin B12. Some of the best sources include clams, oysters, and beef liver.
Some breakfast cereals, nutritional yeasts, breads, and plant milks are fortified with vitamin B12.
Some vegetarian options include cheese, yogurt, yeast extracts, and soy milk with added B12.
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You have lactose intolerance. so avoid dairy products. other food you can take and improve your condition. If you willing for supplements like Vit B 12 injection or Multivitamin Tables or B complex you can take. kindly don't forget to Take thyroid tablets.
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Non-veg food is a good source of B12
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1. Dietary changes: Increase consumption of B12-rich foods like fish, poultry, eggs.
2. Improve absorption: Enhance B12 absorption by managing conditions like gastritis, taking antacids or proton pump inhibitors judiciously, and avoiding excessive coffee or tea consumption.
Consult your doctor to determine the best course of treatment for your specific situation.
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According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life
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