Anyone can be affected, but some groups are more at risk: Vegetarians and vegans, since B12 mainly comes from animal products Older adults, as absorption gets harder with age People with digestive issues like Crohns or coeliac disease Those taking certain medications, such as long-term metformin or stomach acid reducers People with pernicious anaemia, an autoimmune condition that stops you from absorbing B12 If you fit into one of these categories and notice symptoms, its worth getting your levels checked
It is not a standalone weight loss treatment and is not FDA-approved to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
There is no over-the-counter option
Legal status (US): BPC-157 has no FDA-approved indication
The reason for the different mechanism of action is unknown but may relate to the difference in velocity of blood flow in arteries and veins
Higher doses might be necessary to treat deficiencies