Vitamin B12 is important for brain function and the synthesis of red blood cells. The metabolism of every cell in the body depends on vitamin B12, as it plays a part in the synthesis of fatty acids and energy production. Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) was discovered in the first half of the 20th century. A vast amount of information on the role of vitamins in human health and disease became available. Recently, the breathtaking pace of development in research technology has changed ourunderstanding of the role of nutrients and the complex interaction between diet, environment and disease.This book represents a practical