Turning 60? Prioritize Vitamin B12 to maintain sharp cognition and memory, preventing age-related decline that burdens your children, says Dr. Archita Mahajan—nutritionist, child care expert with a Master’s in Food Nutrition & Dietetics, homeopathic pharmacist, trained yoga teacher, and Padma Bhushan nominee honored by Punjab and Himachal governments. B12 deficiency marker methylmalonate shrinks brain volume, harming nerve function and red blood cell production; absorption drops with age, so blood tests and doctor-guided supplements prove essential.
Why B12 is Brain Essential After 60:
- Supports cognitive health, curbing memory loss and dementia risk.
- Fuels neurotransmitter production for clear brain signaling.
- Protects nerves and prevents white matter damage linked to decline.
- Boosts energy metabolism; symptom relief starts in weeks, full recovery in 6-12 months.
Top Brain-Boosting Foods:
- Green powerhouses like spinach, kale, fenugreek, and broccoli pack Vitamin K, folate, beta-carotene, and lutein to sharpen memory, reduce inflammation, enhance alertness, and lower Alzheimer’s odds.
National Academies’ Food & Nutrition Board sets B12 needs at 2.4-2.8 mcg daily for adults, scaling from 0.4-2.8 mcg for infants to teens based on age.
Regular intake keeps vitality high, letting you stay active for your family.
