Learn where to self-administer a B12 shot and how to do it painlessly This article was medically reviewed by Shari Forschen, NP, MA and by wikiHow staff writer, Amber Crain
A recent meta-analysis of 12 observational studies found that higher dietary intake of vitamin B 12 was associated with a 23% lower risk of depression compared to lower intakes, but stratifying the data revealed a significant protective association in females, not in males (99)
The foods highest in vitamin B12 are: Organ meats, such as beef and chicken liver Wild-caught fish, including salmon, herring, mackerel, tuna, trout and sardines (also great sources of other vital nutrients, like omega-3 fatty acids) Organic dairy products, including probiotic-rich yogurt or raw milk Pasture-raised poultry, including turkey or chicken Grass-fed beef and lamb When its not possible to get enough vitamin B12 from your diet, perhaps due to genetic conditions or taking necessary medications, someone might choose to boost intake of vitamin B12 in several ways other than receiving injections
Bacteriostatic water is available from OL Research (3ml / 10ml)
