b12 and hypertension?

[kayakrkayakr]

I'm 48 and have been vegan for about 4 years. I eat too much salt and have ignored B12. Cholesterol is really low and arthris inflammation is way down so I'm eating well enough to help with that. Recently I suspect I've got some B12 deficiency symptoms. Can hypertension also be a symptom? I've always had good BP but it's also higher than desired right now too.

[dynodan62]

You need to read J. Kenny's article on salt toxicity (from Jeff's site). Elevated BP likely just the tip of the iceberg.
No B12 supplementation for 4 years? What are you waiting for? Cheap/non-toxic makes it a no-brainer.

[Ampin Up]

B12 deficiency does not raise blood pressure. But, you need to get 5 mcg of B12 daily. Just do it. It's too risky not to and it can't hurt you. -Jeff

http://www.drmcdougall.com/misc/2007nl/nov/b12.htm newletter

http://www.drmcdougall.com/health/educa ... tamin-b12/ video