Awareness on Vitamin B12 Supplementation in Patients with type Ii Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin is essential for DNA synthesis and energy production. Vitamin B12 deficiency is common, especially in vegetarians. Because Vitamin B12 is found only in animal source foods like dairy products, meat, fish and eggs. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterised by hyperglycemia, insulin resistance and insulin deficiency. It is mainly due to cigarette smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, physical inactivity etc. The aim of the present study is to analyse the awareness on Vitamin B12 supplementation in Type 2 Diabetic patients. The present study is a survey based study. A set of questions were prepared and distributed among 50 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The questions are about awareness on Vitamin B12, its supplements and its effects. The responses are made into a pie chart. In the present study most of the participants were not aware of Vitamin B12 and its supplements. Most of the participants were aware of diabetes and are checking their sugar levels routinely. Most of the participants experienced side effects after consumption of B12 tablets. Vitamin B12 levels should be routinely diagnosed and Vitamin B12 supplements should be administered routinely at a proper dosage to prevent Vitamin B12 deficiency.