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My vitamin d is 8.4 and b12 is 128
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In general our Indian population have low to moderate levels of vitamin D in the body.
Add in calcium rich foods like milk, cheese, curd, yoghurt as sufficient calcium and magnesium is required for better absorption of vitamin D in the body
A small suggestion to naturally improve the vitamin D absorption in the body is to smear a thin layer of coconut on the exposed portions of the body and sit outside where sun rays falls on your body for 10 mins a day ( 6 to 9 am) not after 10 am ( uv rays would be very sharp at that time of the day.
Bird supplementation is also required
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Vitamin D & B12 supplements are necessary along with calcium & vitamin D rich foods & sunlight exposure. Kindly take a consult for personalized diet plan according to your diet type ( veg /bv, food allergy or intolerance & pref) . Goodluck
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Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you.
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Dr. Heena Kouser
Clinical Nutritionist
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your reports show SEVERE VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY (8.4 ng/mL) and VITAMIN B12 DEFICIENCY (128 pg/mL).
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Please BOOK A CONSULTATION so we can review your reports, identify the root cause, and create a personalized treatment and nutrition plan
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Protein-rich foods and a balanced diet.
20–30 minutes of sunlight (where feasible).
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Vitamin D
Include:
* Morning sunlight (15–30 min, arms/face exposed)
* Fortified milk/plant milk
* Fortified cereals
* Mushrooms exposed to UV light
Avoid/Limit:
* Smoking
* Excess alcohol
* Do not exceed prescribed supplements without testing
Vitamin B12
Include:
* Milk, curd, paneer
* Fortified cereals and nutritional yeast (for vegetarians)
* B12 supplements if deficient (vegetarian diets often require supplementation)
Avoid/Limit:
* Heavy alcohol intake
* Self-stopping B12 supplements before deficiency is corrected
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Ms. Vishmitha
Dietitian/Nutritionist
3 yrs exp
Dharmasthala
Vitamin D: 8.4 ng/mL – Severe deficiency
Vitamin B12: 128 pg/mL – Deficiency
These levels usually require medical treatment/supplements along with dietary changes. Diet alone is often not enough to correct such low values.
Dietary Guidelines:
For Vitamin D:
Get 15–30 minutes of sunlight (arms and legs exposed) between 10 AM and 2 PM, 4–5 days/week, depending on skin type and weather.
Include:
Egg yolk (if non-vegetarian)
Fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, or mackerel (2–3 times/week)
Fortified milk or fortified curd
Fortified breakfast cereals
UV-exposed mushrooms (for vegetarians)
Consume healthy fats (nuts, seeds, or a little oil) with meals to help vitamin D absorption.
For Vitamin B12:
Include:
Milk, curd, paneer
Eggs
Fish and chicken
Lean meat (if consumed)
Fortified cereals or fortified nutritional yeast (especially for vegetarians)
If vegetarian, regular B12 supplementation is usually necessary because plant foods do not naturally provide adequate vitamin B12.
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Health Tips
Eat a balanced diet with adequate protein (dal, pulses, eggs, fish, chicken, paneer, tofu).
Include plenty of fruits and vegetables for overall nutrition.
Stay well hydrated.
Avoid excessive alcohol and smoking, as they can worsen nutrient deficiencies
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Mr. Vikram Sabharwal
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Please connect over consultation for supplements and food options discussion
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Ms. Moumita Dutta
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11 yrs exp
Kolkata
You may contact to me for a personalized advice. For healthy tips follow my YouTube channelhttps://youtube.com/@moumitadutta9588?si=xX6NdoilIMuir0DY
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Ms. Ridhima Dhingra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
22 yrs exp
Bangalore
They r both low as you can see on your blood report please book a consult to find ways to improve the levels
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Ms. Durdana Ansari
Dietitian/Nutritionist
4 yrs exp
Mumbai
Your blood test shows that both your Vitamin D (8.4 ng/mL) and Vitamin B12 (128 pg/mL) levels are significantly low and require prompt attention. These deficiencies can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, body aches, numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, poor concentration, and low energy.
☆ I would recommend the following :-
● Vitamin D: Please consult your physician for a prescription of high-dose Vitamin D3 (commonly 60,000 IU once weekly for 8–12 weeks, followed by a maintenance dose). Avoid self-medicating, as the dosage should be individualized.
● Vitamin B12: Since your B12 level is quite low, you would require Vitamin B12 injections or high-dose oral supplements.
● Include foods rich in Vitamin B12, such as eggs, dairy products, fish, chicken, and meat. If you follow a vegetarian diet, fortified cereals, fortified milk, and nutritional yeast can help, though supplementation is usually necessary at your current level.
● For Vitamin D, consume fortified dairy products, egg yolks, and fatty fish, and aim for 15–30 minutes of sunlight exposure (arms and legs exposed) on most days, if feasible.
● Ensure adequate intake of protein, calcium, and magnesium, as they support bone and muscle health.
It is advisable to repeat your Vitamin D and B12 tests after 8–12 weeks to monitor your response to treatment.
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
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17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good afternoon pls connect for dietary improvement which is very much essential.
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