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So during my online readings and searches I’ve pondered the thought of adding B-12 injections. My levels are low and lately I’ve just been sluggish and tired….all the time. Like consistent since my last bout of Covid about 6mo ago.

anywho….I’ve come across this B12 + mic injections because if I can feel less sluggish and loose a few pounds, then why not.

As a side note I’ve gained a few pounds from my lowest weight. Currently 147 @ 5’5….I’ve tried to convince myself it’s due to muscle gain 😂 but summer is coming and I’m being honest with myself. My workout schedule has gone from easily 6 days a week to maybe 4 on a good week.

my work schedule has been crazy.

also still have the lapband….if it was a relationship I’d list it as “it’s complicated” because I love and hate it 😂

enough rambling- let me know if you’ve tried it and your thoughts!

also these are self administered once approved by the dr.

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Ive taken B12 shots in the past and noticed no weight loss, but I wear a daily B12 patch from PatchAid and do notice a difference in my energy levels.

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If your levels are low then I would definitely recommend adding the injection and seeing how you feel afterwards. Do you take a bariatric Vitamin?

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On 3/17/2024 at 9:28 AM, RnYBabe said:

If your levels are low then I would definitely recommend adding the injection and seeing how you feel afterwards. Do you take a bariatric Vitamin?

I do.
currently I take one by ProCare Health (with iron)

also a hair/skin/nails and collagen

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From what I understand if you actually have low B12 then the shots make a significant difference in energy levels. I have a friend that gets them and when she doesn’t have anyone to do the injection and runs low she really notices it in her energy levels. I haven’t heard her mention any effect on weight but she is thin so I don’t know if she would notice a couple pounds one way or another (she’s not like us on the scale everyday).

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love the part where you say she’s not like us on the scale everyday! I don’t know if that will ever change either….😭

Thank you!

I think I’m going to give it a try-I found a spot that will ship directly to me so I can administer my own injections.
For those of you looking for updates I will post them here!
😉

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54 minutes ago, funky_monkey800 said:

love the part where you say she’s not like us on the scale everyday! I don’t know if that will ever change either….😭

Thank you!

I think I’m going to give it a try-I found a spot that will ship directly to me so I can administer my own injections.
For those of you looking for updates I will post them here!
😉

I would check with your dr. If your levels are low they just send a script to pharmacy and you self administer them. Im guessing it’s a lot cheaper through insurance. I recommend that you get labs to monitor your levels after doing the injections too because there are side effects of getting too much in your system (some serious). I am anxious to hear if this helps with your energy and or weight.

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