Always tired, forgetful or feeling pins and needles? Doctor says these silent symptoms could point to vitamin B12 deficiency
Published on: June 22, 2026, 10:25 p.m. | Source: Times of India
There is something deceptive about vitamin B12 deficiency. It chips away at energy, mood, memory and nerve health, often over months or even years. Many people blame stress, ageing, long work hours or lack of sleep. They continue with their routines, unaware that a simple nutrient deficiency may be behind the changes they have started accepting as "normal".Vitamin B12 is essential for making healthy red blood cells, supporting the nervous system and helping the brain function properly. According to the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), deficiency can affect blood, nerves and cognition, and symptoms may take years to appear because the body stores vitamin B12 in the liver.
