May 2014 PMID 24667752

The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature.

R Pawlak, S E Lester, T Babatunde

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Many responses acknowledge the research's conclusions, such as calls for B12 supplementation and mentions of the prevalence rates, reflecting their agreement. The tone varies from simple agreement to sharing educational resources, which shows moderate engagement and recognition of the study's relevance for health decisions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize and support the findings of the publication, emphasizing the higher risk of B12 deficiency among vegetarians and vegans.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, with some sharing links and videos about B12 supplementation, indicating curiosity but limited in-depth analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific studies, recommend videos, and discuss supplementation strategies, demonstrating active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Several posts highlight the practical importance of the research, like urging vegetarians to consider supplementation or screening, implying a noticeable impact on personal or public health habits.

Abstract in brief

  • Vegetarians, especially vegans, are at higher risk of developing vitamin B12 deficiency due to limited intake from plant-based diets.
  • The prevalence of deficiency varies across different age groups and pregnancy stages, with some groups like infants and vegans showing particularly high rates.
  • The review emphasizes the importance for vegetarians to consider B12 supplementation and undergo screening to prevent potential health issues caused by deficiency.

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James Moran
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The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://t.co/hbqqn6rU03

Nov 6, 2019 · 19 likes · 5 shares · 5,027 followers View post →
Belén
@ramnez98 · X

@andfdz1408 Ve los vídeos de YouTube de Mariana vite. No hay tal cual recetas de comida pero es nutriologa vegana entonces su canal es súper informativo, habla de vitaminas, calcio, proteína y pues desmiente mitos de nutrición y todo es con base científica https://t.co/0b7jvJ8x8E

Aug 3, 2020 · 3 likes · 197 followers View post →
Nurse Lyndsey
@HouseLyndseyRN · X

~ The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature ~ (https://t.co/QO56zab1Eb)

Oct 13, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 68,273 followers View post →
Adicto a los Garbanzos
@GoVeg3 · X

@mitadominguez @soloalessander @simon_dice_ @iamjoelbarish @_alondh La b12 deberías suplementarla bien a través de pastillas o gotas. Te dejo este video por si te interesa. https://t.co/sU495eutTc

Apr 11, 2020 · 2 likes · 104 followers View post →
Sra Rengoku ❤️‍
@abveganmermaid · X

@feministdawn Y de hecho, el porcentaje en la carne y alimentos de origen animal es muy reducido o nulo. Te recomiendo éstos vídeos para más información☺: https://t.co/JseEze5CVU Y https://t.co/7PZXyworTr

Jan 3, 2022 · 1 like · 2,091 followers View post →
Dr Ellen Fallows
@ellenfallows · X

Vegans and vegetarians need to supplement with B12 The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://t.co/m5axfw2CTP

Feb 7, 2019 · 1 like · 1,898 followers View post →

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Nurse Lyndsey
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~ The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature ~ (https://t.co/QO56zab1Eb)

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Pawlak R, et al. The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2014;68(5):541-548.

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Sra Rengoku ❤️‍
@abveganmermaid · X

@feministdawn Y de hecho, el porcentaje en la carne y alimentos de origen animal es muy reducido o nulo. Te recomiendo éstos vídeos para más información☺: https://t.co/JseEze5CVU Y https://t.co/7PZXyworTr

Jan 3, 2022 · 1 like · 2,091 followers View post →
out of order
@sooooinactive · X

@Anre_Dan @__tsb @BerwinEnzemann @TaktiAusDo @PyroKlose @ Folsäure: jipp. Mit dem Mittelwert stimme ich überein. Bei B12, D und Eisen kenn ich andere Daten. @ B12: https://t.co/w45yZOy4kU @ Eisen: https://t.co/aD9CMId9FZ @ Vitamin D: https://t.co/NnJCQpVkpJ

Oct 19, 2021 · 751 followers View post →
Belén
@ramnez98 · X

@andfdz1408 Ve los vídeos de YouTube de Mariana vite. No hay tal cual recetas de comida pero es nutriologa vegana entonces su canal es súper informativo, habla de vitaminas, calcio, proteína y pues desmiente mitos de nutrición y todo es con base científica https://t.co/0b7jvJ8x8E

Aug 3, 2020 · 3 likes · 197 followers View post →
Adicto a los Garbanzos
@GoVeg3 · X

@mitadominguez @soloalessander @simon_dice_ @iamjoelbarish @_alondh La b12 deberías suplementarla bien a través de pastillas o gotas. Te dejo este video por si te interesa. https://t.co/sU495eutTc

Apr 11, 2020 · 2 likes · 104 followers View post →
PATRICIA JANSONS
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RT @JamesEPMoran: The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European…

Nov 6, 2019 · 5 shares · 715 followers View post →
Prof Graeme L. Close
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RT @JamesEPMoran: The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European…

Nov 6, 2019 · 5 shares · 23,381 followers View post →
N. Paraskevopulos
@eat2succeed · X

RT @JamesEPMoran: The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European…

Nov 6, 2019 · 5 shares · 1,213 followers View post →
Danny Webber
@WebberNutrition · X

RT @JamesEPMoran: The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European…

Nov 6, 2019 · 5 shares · 730 followers View post →
Wendy Martinson OBE
@MartinsonUk · X

RT @JamesEPMoran: The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European…

Nov 6, 2019 · 5 shares · 2,000 followers View post →
James Moran
@JamesEPMoran · X

The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://t.co/hbqqn6rU03

Nov 6, 2019 · 19 likes · 5 shares · 5,027 followers View post →
Dr Ellen Fallows
@ellenfallows · X

Vegans and vegetarians need to supplement with B12 The prevalence of cobalamin deficiency among vegetarians assessed by serum vitamin B12: a review of literature | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://t.co/m5axfw2CTP

Feb 7, 2019 · 1 like · 1,898 followers View post →