Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 10 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.4
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin B₁₂ (as Methylcobalamin)
1,000 mcg
41,667%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We focused on whether white button mushrooms could help lower cholesterol levels and blood sugar in rats. In our study, we found that after three weeks of the mushroom powder, diabetic rats showed significant drops in glucose and triglyceride levels.
Furthermore, in hypercholesterolemic rats, a four-week treatment led to impressive reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Overall, these findings suggest that white button mushrooms may have beneficial effects on cholesterol and blood sugar management, at least in rat models.
Furthermore, in hypercholesterolemic rats, a four-week treatment led to impressive reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Overall, these findings suggest that white button mushrooms may have beneficial effects on cholesterol and blood sugar management, at least in rat models.
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7
We examined the effects of Secholex, an anion-exchange gel, on high cholesterol in 46 patients with severe hyperlipoproteinemia over various studies. The results revealed that Secholex effectively lowered cholesterol levels, achieving a 15% reduction after the first year and 13% during the second year. While it was less effective than cholestyramine in increasing bile acid excretion, many patients preferred Secholex. However, it’s important to note that a third of patients experienced limited reductions in cholesterol, indicating varying responses.
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9
We explored the effects of partial ileal bypass (PIB) on cholesterol levels in a small group of young adults with hyperlipidemia. After the surgical procedure, participants received vitamin B12 injections twice monthly.
Impressively, total plasma cholesterol levels decreased significantly three months after surgery and remained lower after one year. However, while PIB helped normalize cholesterol, it didn't completely prevent the progression of atherosclerosis in some patients. This indicates that while B12 treatment benefited cholesterol levels, it wasn't a cure-all for other cardiovascular issues we studied.
Impressively, total plasma cholesterol levels decreased significantly three months after surgery and remained lower after one year. However, while PIB helped normalize cholesterol, it didn't completely prevent the progression of atherosclerosis in some patients. This indicates that while B12 treatment benefited cholesterol levels, it wasn't a cure-all for other cardiovascular issues we studied.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Desired levels achieved
I purchased this for my parents, and after a month of use, both have reached the desired levels: my father at 670 and my mother exceeding the limit at 1138. I highly recommend this vitamin. The package was well done, offering good value for money. This is my first purchase, and it arrived in Brazil within a few days.
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9
Effective vitamins
The quality is truly excellent and effective. Delivery was fast, and the package arrived complete with high-quality ingredients that were very useful.
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9
Highly effective product
I experienced very fast delivery, and the product is of high quality with an excellent smell. The size is suitable, and it has proven to be very effective.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 10 Researches
7.5
- All Researches
9
We explored how a specific dietary supplement that includes Vitamin B12 affects cholesterol levels in individuals with moderate high cholesterol. In our study, 80 participants were split into a treatment group and a control group.
After 6 months, the group taking the supplement experienced a notable drop in total cholesterol (TC) and improvements in other cholesterol types, while the control group showed no significant changes outside of TC reduction.
This suggests that, while a healthy diet and exercise can help, the addition of such supplements, including Vitamin B12, may enhance cholesterol management more effectively.
After 6 months, the group taking the supplement experienced a notable drop in total cholesterol (TC) and improvements in other cholesterol types, while the control group showed no significant changes outside of TC reduction.
This suggests that, while a healthy diet and exercise can help, the addition of such supplements, including Vitamin B12, may enhance cholesterol management more effectively.
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9
We focused on whether white button mushrooms could help lower cholesterol levels and blood sugar in rats. In our study, we found that after three weeks of the mushroom powder, diabetic rats showed significant drops in glucose and triglyceride levels.
Furthermore, in hypercholesterolemic rats, a four-week treatment led to impressive reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Overall, these findings suggest that white button mushrooms may have beneficial effects on cholesterol and blood sugar management, at least in rat models.
Furthermore, in hypercholesterolemic rats, a four-week treatment led to impressive reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Overall, these findings suggest that white button mushrooms may have beneficial effects on cholesterol and blood sugar management, at least in rat models.
Read More
9
We explored the effects of partial ileal bypass (PIB) on cholesterol levels in a small group of young adults with hyperlipidemia. After the surgical procedure, participants received vitamin B12 injections twice monthly.
Impressively, total plasma cholesterol levels decreased significantly three months after surgery and remained lower after one year. However, while PIB helped normalize cholesterol, it didn't completely prevent the progression of atherosclerosis in some patients. This indicates that while B12 treatment benefited cholesterol levels, it wasn't a cure-all for other cardiovascular issues we studied.
Impressively, total plasma cholesterol levels decreased significantly three months after surgery and remained lower after one year. However, while PIB helped normalize cholesterol, it didn't completely prevent the progression of atherosclerosis in some patients. This indicates that while B12 treatment benefited cholesterol levels, it wasn't a cure-all for other cardiovascular issues we studied.
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8
We explored the effects of vitamins B12, B6, and folic acid on cholesterol and homocysteine levels in 24 male patients with high triglycerides and cholesterol issues. Over 120 days, patients took specific doses of these vitamins while researchers measured their lipid and homocysteine levels at various intervals.
While we saw a notable decrease in homocysteine levels and triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) did increase slightly. However, overall cholesterol levels did not significantly change.
This suggests that while vitamin B supplementation can affect certain lipids and lower homocysteine, it may not drastically alter cholesterol levels in these patients.
While we saw a notable decrease in homocysteine levels and triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) did increase slightly. However, overall cholesterol levels did not significantly change.
This suggests that while vitamin B supplementation can affect certain lipids and lower homocysteine, it may not drastically alter cholesterol levels in these patients.
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8
We explored how adding plant sterols to orange juice can impact cholesterol levels in mildly hypercholesterolemic individuals. In this study, 72 healthy participants enjoyed either regular orange juice or a fortified version for eight weeks.
Those drinking the fortified juice saw a decrease in total cholesterol by 7.2%, LDL cholesterol by 12.4%, and non-HDL cholesterol by 7.8%. However, we found no changes in HDL cholesterol or triglyceride levels. The results suggest that plant sterol-fortified orange juice can be a simple addition to a cholesterol-lowering diet.
Those drinking the fortified juice saw a decrease in total cholesterol by 7.2%, LDL cholesterol by 12.4%, and non-HDL cholesterol by 7.8%. However, we found no changes in HDL cholesterol or triglyceride levels. The results suggest that plant sterol-fortified orange juice can be a simple addition to a cholesterol-lowering diet.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 6 Reviews
8.4
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Desired levels achieved
I purchased this for my parents, and after a month of use, both have reached the desired levels: my father at 670 and my mother exceeding the limit at 1138. I highly recommend this vitamin. The package was well done, offering good value for money. This is my first purchase, and it arrived in Brazil within a few days.
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9
Effective vitamins
The quality is truly excellent and effective. Delivery was fast, and the package arrived complete with high-quality ingredients that were very useful.
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9
Highly effective product
I experienced very fast delivery, and the product is of high quality with an excellent smell. The size is suitable, and it has proven to be very effective.
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7.5
Uncomfortable pain relief
1 people found this helpful
Push to the mother to take, as before the left hand pain was very uncomfortable. I noticed a significant improvement in eating, but I believe the product dose is too high. It's advisable not to take it long-term.
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7.5
Blood test improvement
I found that the lemon tablets resulted in improvement in my blood test results. The product is of high quality, containing clean components, specifically B12 of the methylcobalamin type, which is superior. The tablets dissolve under the tongue and have a subtle lemony flavour. I've noticed better blood test results, although I am less concerned about the taste, so I might not order again, though many might enjoy it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Desired levels achieved
I purchased this for my parents, and after a month of use, both have reached the desired levels: my father at 670 and my mother exceeding the limit at 1138. I highly recommend this vitamin. The package was well done, offering good value for money. This is my first purchase, and it arrived in Brazil within a few days.
7.5
Blood test improvement
I found that the lemon tablets resulted in improvement in my blood test results. The product is of high quality, containing clean components, specifically B12 of the methylcobalamin type, which is superior. The tablets dissolve under the tongue and have a subtle lemony flavour. I've noticed better blood test results, although I am less concerned about the taste, so I might not order again, though many might enjoy it.
7.5
Uncomfortable pain relief
1 people found this helpful
Push to the mother to take, as before the left hand pain was very uncomfortable. I noticed a significant improvement in eating, but I believe the product dose is too high. It's advisable not to take it long-term.
7.5
Tinnitus reduction
6 people found this helpful
A few years ago, I experienced sudden deafness and was treated with steroids and vitamins, which resolved in about a month. Following that, I began taking B12 (methylcobalamin) as a preventive measure. Although the dosage at the hospital was 1000mg, I felt that my high-pitched tinnitus has dramatically decreased after regular consumption. I enjoy the tropical flavours and often take one grain in the morning. It’s a supplement I wish to continue.
7
We examined a multi-ingredient supplement (MIS) featuring red yeast rice and omega-3 fatty acids to see how it impacts cholesterol levels in patients without cardiovascular disease.
In our pilot study involving 19 participants, we found that the MIS significantly reduced total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels. While those on the combined regimen of MIS and omega-3 saw a drop in triglycerides, the change wasn't significant, likely due to the small participant group.
Overall, the MIS shows promise in helping with cholesterol management and may improve patient compliance.
In our pilot study involving 19 participants, we found that the MIS significantly reduced total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels. While those on the combined regimen of MIS and omega-3 saw a drop in triglycerides, the change wasn't significant, likely due to the small participant group.
Overall, the MIS shows promise in helping with cholesterol management and may improve patient compliance.
9
We explored how a specific dietary supplement that includes Vitamin B12 affects cholesterol levels in individuals with moderate high cholesterol. In our study, 80 participants were split into a treatment group and a control group.
After 6 months, the group taking the supplement experienced a notable drop in total cholesterol (TC) and improvements in other cholesterol types, while the control group showed no significant changes outside of TC reduction.
This suggests that, while a healthy diet and exercise can help, the addition of such supplements, including Vitamin B12, may enhance cholesterol management more effectively.
After 6 months, the group taking the supplement experienced a notable drop in total cholesterol (TC) and improvements in other cholesterol types, while the control group showed no significant changes outside of TC reduction.
This suggests that, while a healthy diet and exercise can help, the addition of such supplements, including Vitamin B12, may enhance cholesterol management more effectively.
7
B12 treatment shows no significant cholesterol benefit
We explored the effects of a daily combination of plant sterols, fish oil, and B vitamins on cholesterol levels in hypercholesterolemic young individuals over 16 weeks.
While we observed significant reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, the impact of B12 treatment specifically did not lead to marked improvements in high cholesterol.
Interestingly, triacylglycerol levels decreased slightly but were not statistically significant. Overall, this evidence suggests that while the combination may help manage cholesterol, B12 does not create a standout difference on its own.
While we observed significant reductions in total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, the impact of B12 treatment specifically did not lead to marked improvements in high cholesterol.
Interestingly, triacylglycerol levels decreased slightly but were not statistically significant. Overall, this evidence suggests that while the combination may help manage cholesterol, B12 does not create a standout difference on its own.
8
We explored the effects of vitamins B12, B6, and folic acid on cholesterol and homocysteine levels in 24 male patients with high triglycerides and cholesterol issues. Over 120 days, patients took specific doses of these vitamins while researchers measured their lipid and homocysteine levels at various intervals.
While we saw a notable decrease in homocysteine levels and triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) did increase slightly. However, overall cholesterol levels did not significantly change.
This suggests that while vitamin B supplementation can affect certain lipids and lower homocysteine, it may not drastically alter cholesterol levels in these patients.
While we saw a notable decrease in homocysteine levels and triglycerides, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) did increase slightly. However, overall cholesterol levels did not significantly change.
This suggests that while vitamin B supplementation can affect certain lipids and lower homocysteine, it may not drastically alter cholesterol levels in these patients.
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- Hobbs T, Caso R, McMahon D, Nymark M. A novel, multi-ingredient supplement to manage elevated blood lipids in patients with no evidence of cardiovascular disease: a pilot study. Altern Ther Health Med. 2014;20:18.
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- Garaiova I, Muchová J, Nagyová Z, Mišľanová C, Oravec S, et al. Effect of a plant sterol, fish oil and B vitamin combination on cardiovascular risk factors in hypercholesterolemic children and adolescents: a pilot study. Nutr J. 2013;12:7. doi:10.1186/1475-2891-12-7
- Jeong SC, Jeong YT, Yang BK, Islam R, Koyyalamudi SR, et al. White button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) lowers blood glucose and cholesterol levels in diabetic and hypercholesterolemic rats. Nutr Res. 2010;30:49. doi:10.1016/j.nutres.2009.12.003
- Morón de Salim AR, Garcés Pasamontes A. [Effect of the supplementation of vitamins B12, B6 and folic acid on homocysteine and plasmatic lipids in patients with hyperlipoproteinemic secondary type IV]. Arch Latinoam Nutr. 2005;55:28.
- Devaraj S, Jialal I, Vega-López S. Plant sterol-fortified orange juice effectively lowers cholesterol levels in mildly hypercholesterolemic healthy individuals. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol. 2004;24:e25.
- MacMahon M, Kirkpatrick C, Cummings CE, Clayton A, Robinson PJ, et al. A pilot study with simvastatin and folic acid/vitamin B12 in preparation for the Study of the Effectiveness of Additional Reductions in Cholesterol and Homocysteine (SEARCH). Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2000;10:195.
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- Nikkila EA, Miettinen TA, Lanner A. Treatment of hypercholesterolemia with Secholex. A long-term clinical trial and comparison with cholestyramine. Atherosclerosis. 1976;24:407.
