Why Consider Vitamin B12?
Feeling a bit run down? Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that your body needs for energy, nerve health, and making red blood cells. It’s water-soluble, meaning it isn’t stored for long, so you need a regular supply. While it’s found naturally in meat, fish, eggs, and dairy, many people don’t get enough from diet alone—especially if you follow a plant-based diet. That’s where a good-quality supplement like Carlyle’s Vitamin B12 comes in.
Low levels can leave you feeling tired, weak, or forgetful, and may even cause tingling in your hands and feet. Carlyle’s tablets provide 100 mcg per dose, a convenient way to keep your levels topped up. With 200 tablets per bottle, you’re set for over six months.
Who Might Need Extra B12?
Certain groups are particularly at risk of low B12. Vegans and vegetarians need to be extra vigilant, as natural sources are animal-based. Older adults often absorb less due to reduced stomach acid. People with digestive conditions like Crohn’s or coeliac disease, and those on medications such as metformin or proton pump inhibitors, may also benefit from supplementation. Even if you don’t fall into these categories, a daily B12 tablet can support overall wellness.
Key Benefits of Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 contributes to several important functions in the body. Here are some of the key benefits supported by the European Food Safety Authority:
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Energy metabolism: Contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
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Nervous system: Supports normal function of the nervous system and psychological function, including memory and concentration.
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Red blood cell formation: Plays a role in normal red blood cell formation.
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Heart health: Helps maintain normal homocysteine levels, supporting heart health alongside folate and vitamin B6.
These statements have been evaluated by the European Food Safety Authority.
How to Choose a B12 Supplement
When selecting a B12 supplement, consider the form, dosage, and quality. Carlyle uses a vegan, non-GM formula that is free from gluten, wheat, artificial flavours, sweeteners, and preservatives. Each tablet provides 100 mcg of vitamin B12, a moderate dose suitable for daily maintenance.
The form of B12 is also important. Cyanocobalamin is the most researched and stable form, effectively converted into active B12 by your body. Carlyle’s tablets are easy to swallow and can be taken with or without food. For those with absorption concerns, sublingual forms exist, but tablets like these are effective for most people when taken consistently.
Recommended Dosage
The recommended daily intake for adults in the UK is 2.4 mcg, but because absorption is limited at higher doses, a 100 mcg tablet provides a good margin. Take one tablet daily with a meal, or as your health care professional advises. Do not exceed the recommended amount. As B12 is water-soluble, any excess is normally excreted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you take too much vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is generally safe even at high doses, but stick to the recommended intake unless told otherwise by a doctor.
Is this product suitable for vegans?
Yes, Carlyle Vitamin B12 is vegan-friendly and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Is this supplement gluten-free?
Yes, the formula is naturally free of gluten and wheat, and it is also non-GM and free from artificial additives.
Product Details
- Essential B12 food supplement for daily wellness
- Each tablet delivers 100 µg of vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin)
- Vegan, non-GM, and gluten-free
- Free from artificial flavours, sweeteners, and preservatives
- 200 tablets per bottle (over 6 months’ supply)
- Laboratory tested for quality and purity
Usage Instructions
Take one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal. If you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition, consult your health care professional before uses. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place. This food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the European Food Safety Authority. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease.