NOW Supplements, Methyl B-12 (Methylcobalamin) 5,000 mcg, Nervous System Health*, 120 Lozenges

Best form for absorbtion and a MUST for MTHFT genetic mutation!

So far so good! I have to take this form because I've got an MTHFR genetic anomaly (4 in 10 people do!). This means that I cannot process common cyanocobalamin (artificial long shelf life) version that is crammed into most vitamin packs, energy drinks, etc, even expensive ones. Those taking cyanocobalamin form end up with higer B12 blood readings (think oil on water), deprive your brain of a nutrient lack of which may also lead to pernitious anemia and often misdiagnosed as other maladies even schitzophrenia. Excess of unused B12 is peed out and what remains over years may contribute to front lobe dementia in old age and other issues along the way. If you are one of the 60% who are not - great, but it's worth finding out. Those with one of many forms of this genetic anomaly NEED MORE than just correct form, but in greater amount as well as the other half - FOLATE. Unlike wrong B that floats around, folic acid is absorbed but not used, and blocks Folate form intake from food. That too is a huge issue since it affects thyroid, heart, medications halflife messing with prescribed dose, ability to carry children full term, celiac disease, etc manifesting in different ways. I am convinced that every child born should be tested at birth to avoid future issues over lifetime. (Best place to learn is on mthfr(dot)net . B12's required to combine with FOLATE to set off a key shain reaction in a body's methelation cycle that covers blood garbage removal, seratonin, dopamine and must precede other cycles. (FOLATE is not Folic Acid used as substitution also FDA forces through fortified flour). 156 countries banned import and export of folic acid because long term issues. P.S. Every vegan and vegetarian should take 5mg B12 daily or risk pernicious anemia. If you have not confirmed MTHFR presence via individual blood test or a full panel (ex 23andme), just play safe and nuy this methelated form. PPS - Folate is so important that psychiateists often prescribe DEPLIN for their patients. It is nothing but a 50mg Folate pill. Why do they do it? Because many malasies like de po ression and others are impacted by brain's deprivation of Folate. I take 5mg of each pill daily AND make sire to eat folate rich foods like brown lentils (Palouse brand is the best) not the orange or yellow ones. Also, fenugreek seed (soaked overnight and added to soups, rice, veggie burgers, etc). Like I mentioned -we need more. Beware of drs unfamiliar w/MTHFR and those who use folate and folic acid interchangeably. Cheers!

79 persons found it helpful

Other brands are better

I sort our vitamins into a daily pill sorter. I do the entire week. I have bought a few brands of Methyl b-12 and have never had a problem. These tables absorb moisture out of the air almost immediately. The pill container sits on a cool shelf but by the end of the week the tablets have disintegrated. I noticed there were 2 moisture absorbers in the bottle. There are better products out there that hold up much better

18 persons found it helpful

Turns to mush :-(

I took one of these per day. It turns out that these lozenges absorb water from the air every time you open the bottle. Between # 90 and # 120 the lozenges had turned to mush and were sticking to each other and to the side of the bottle. No way would I ever purchase the 120-lozenge bottle again!!! The 60-lozenge bottle may or may not be OK - it may be possible to consume all 60 before the mush sets in. As for the early, non-mushy lozenges I took, they dissolve instantly on your tongue and taste pretty good too

11 persons found it helpful

Great Product, Great Value

I purchased this for my 70-year-old Dad who has low B12. His neurologist, who is seeing him for normal pressure hydrocephalus, thinks his low B12 levels might be causing his peripheral neuropathy. My dad has only been taking this for a few weeks so I'm not sure how much it's helping, yet, but I will let you know! I told him to put it in his mouth until it dissolves, which ended up taking an hour. This caused him to avoid taking it. When I told him he could suck on it and chew it, he was relieved and began taking it as he should. I trust this brand! I also looked at other b12 and folic acid products (doc said he should be taking that too) and this had the exact right amount of both things and was the best value! I'm so excited I found this! Thank you

9 persons found it helpful

Water damaged or otherwise contaminated product. Gross.

When I received the item I noticed red residue within the bottle, but the pills at the very top seemed reasonably normal so I did not return the item. Eventually, and beyond the return window, I encountered the severely contaminated and moisture damaged pills, and realized that the product had been contaminated from the start. This purchase has been a profoundly disgusting experience. My confidence in quality control at NOW - a brand I have patronized heavily for many years - is NOW at an all time low

9 persons found it helpful

Don't buy if you live at the beach

I'm sure this is a quality product, but it must be kept away from ANY moisture in the air. I can't put these in my 7-day pill dispenser. The pills quickly disintegrate to mush if not kept in a container with moisture absorbers (as it came). I also find the candy flavor strong and overly sweet

8 persons found it helpful

Definitely works better than non-sublingual

I have Crohn's Disease and while taking these, my B-12 level is usually at the top or just above the high end of the recommended range. Definitely satisfied with the results. And the mild cherry/berry taste is perfect for me

7 persons found it helpful

Great dosage for my needs

Great dosage for my needs. Gives me the energy I need and helps eliminate or reduce brain-fog. I keep the moisture pack in the bottle and keep the bottle in a dry, cool & dark location. In the Vegas summers, I keep this in my refrigerator

7 persons found it helpful

why does it melt

This brand was new for us. We normally use another. However, decided to give it a try. We each have a pill monthly dispenser so I fill up each person's daily pill usage at the beginning of each month. I was disappointed that each pill was moist and broke up in my hand after the first few days. At first I thought my container got wet but my other pills were dry. I have not been taken one of the pills since. Why did they feel wet and crumble in my hand. Did I not do something correctly

6 persons found it helpful

Love these. Only B-12 I will take. Absorbs better than a pill.

Great flavor (berry), no artificial dyes, tastes great, absorbs into my body great. I started taking this years ago but needed to order this because of the pandemic. Make sure to keep in a cool place, especially if you are in a warm environment or in the summer. If the pill changes colors from moisture, it has gone bad. Make sure to keep the packets in the bottle to keep the pills as dry as possible

6 persons found it helpful