Thiamine deficiency is associated with a decrease of -ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complex within the substantia Nigra pars compacta, leading the more severe neurodegeneration (Liu et al
For this reason, taking a B12 injection is much more efficient as it will be absorbed directly into the bloodstream, dramatically increasing the usable amount available to the cells in our body
While benzyl alcohol is quite stable, prolonged exposure to heat can eventually lead to oxidation, reducing its potency as a preservative
The skin is glowing, the hair is growing
Sugary things and salty snacks dont have the same allure and Im able to take a bite, realize I didnt actually want the thing I thought I wanted, and not feel like Im depriving myself because I want to eat fruits and vegetables instead
The end result is a low RBC count followed by low Hb levels, with evidence of macrocytosis with macro-ovalocytes, high RDW and hypersegmented polymorphs on peripheral smear
