This review highlights methionine as a critical amino acid in cellular and metabolic health, demonstrating that both restriction and supplementation can influence lifespan, inflammation, and metabolic function, with optimal dosing essential to balance benefits and risks
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For many research protocols, particularly those involving long-term observations or where ease of administration is a significant factor, an oral compound is often the first choice
Some studies suggest that people with obesity may be more likely to have a vitamin B12 deficiency
As such, having inadequate B12 levels can decrease normal red blood cell production, which can impair oxygen delivery ( Specifically, a deficiency in B12 can cause megaloblastic anemia