I'm sorry for the same quote 2x, but US ignored it.
BTW, I prefer better hygiene, and will chose to supplement my B12.


Beach Runner wrote:

> AS I quoted, B12 hygine is a factor. Did you miss the post?
> Or did you ignore it because it disproved your argrument.
>
> And if people chose to take vegan supplements, that makes them no less
> vegan.
>
> I am not saying we should go back to bad bygene. Yet 30 years of
> veganism my B12 is fine. B12 is made by bacteria. Yes, it is absorbed
> into animals and it is harder to get it ona vegan diet.
>
> "Bacteria present in the large intestine are able to synthesise B12. In
> the past, it has been thought that the B12 produced by these colonic
> bacteria could be absorbed and utilised by humans. However, the bacteria
> produce B12 too far down the intestine for absorption to occur, B12 not
> being absorbed through the colon lining.
>
> Human faeces can contain significant B12. A study has shown that a group
> of Iranian vegans obtained adequate B12 from unwashed vegetables which
> had been fertilised with human manure. Faecal contamination of
> vegetables and other plant foods can make a significant contribution to
> dietary needs, particularly in areas where hygiene standards may be low.
> This may be responsible for the lack of aneamia due to B12 deficiency in
> vegan communities in developing countries"
>
> I notice you ignore that. The ultimate source of B12 is bacteria.