Vegan Health Tips with Michael Klaper, M.D.

Michael Klaper, M.D. is the author of Pregancy, Children, and the Vegan Diet; one of only a few books that covers vegan pregnancy on the market today. He has postgraduate training in medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, and obstetrics. He continues to educate people on the benefits of a vegan diet.

Disclaimer: The medical opinions stated here are for educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health care provider.

Question:

There seems to be so much misinformation about B12 and I really want to make sure my vegan baby is getting enough B12. Should I take a supplement while breastfeeding? Should I take it sublingually in a spray or lozenge?

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Answer:

Yes! B-12 stores in the mother's liver are not available to the nursing infant. Both modes of administration are effective.

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