Recent studies on the correlation of vitamin B12 and diabetes

VernacularTitle: 维生素B12与糖尿病的相关性研究进展
Author: Bin HU ¹ ; Pu ZANG ¹ ; Zhan-hong GUO ¹ ; Jia-qing SHAO ¹
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1. Department of Endocrinology,Jinling Hospital, Nanjing University School of Medicine/General Hospital of Eastern Theater Command, PLA, Nanjing 210002,Jiangsu, China
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Vitamin B12; diabetes; correlation; metformin
From: Journal of Medical Postgraduates 2019;32(3):303-306
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Vitamin B12 (VitB12) is one of the essential vitamins in humans and is involved in DNA synthesis and cellular metabolism. Many studies have shown that the lack of VitB12 is closely related to the occurrence and development of diabetes and its complications. Therefore, regular testing and reasonable supplementation of VitB12 can help prevent diabetes complications. The article reviews the relationship between VitB12 and diabetes as well as the application of VitB12 in diabetic patients.