The Vitamin Shoppe Vitamin B12 500 mcg
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Vitamin B12 is essential for your body, particularly for nerve function and red blood cell formation [NIH ODS]. For the Vitamin Shoppe Vitamin B12 500 mcg product, specific data on its efficacy or bioavailability is not available in the provided data. The general recommendation for most adults is 2.4 mcg daily, making a 500 mcg supplement a high-dose option often used to address deficiencies or absorption issues [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of vitamin B12 as a key worker in your body's maintenance crew. It helps keep your nerve cells healthy and is crucial for making DNA, the genetic material in all your cells [NIH ODS]. Your body relies on a protein called intrinsic factor, made in your stomach, to properly absorb B12 from food and supplements [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data on the specific side effects for this product is not available. General safety data indicates that vitamin B12 is considered safe, even at high doses, as the body typically excretes any excess [NIH ODS]. No adverse event reports for this specific product were provided in the data.
Our recommendation
This 500 mcg dose is substantially higher than the RDA of 2.4 mcg [NIH ODS]. You may benefit from this level if you are over 50, follow a strict vegan or vegetarian diet, or have a condition that impairs B12 absorption [NIH ODS]. However, because specific data for this product is not available, we recommend consulting with your doctor to determine if this high dose is appropriate for your individual health needs and to rule out any underlying causes for a suspected deficiency [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide