Vitamin B12- what does it do for you?-by Dr Harold Gunatillake Transcript: “Meat supplies a variety of nutrients – among them iron, zinc, and Vitamin B12 – that are not readily found in plants. We can survive without it; millions of vegetarians choose to do so, and billions of others have that choice imposed upon them by poverty”. – Author: Michael Specter Sri Lankans are by and large meat-eaters a part of the staple diet, and the incidence of vitamin B12 deficiency is very low, other than among the vegetarians. Furthermore, your body can store vitamin B12 for years, which is an advantage. Vegans and vegetarians should add some processed grains like fortified breads, and cereals. How can one tell or suspect that you lack vitamin B12? You may develop pins and needle sensations in your hands, and lower extremities, unsteady walking disability. Shortage of B12 can damage the protective ...