{"id":896425,"date":"2026-09-15T08:08:27","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:08:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/896425\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T08:08:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T08:08:27","slug":"13-vitamin-b12-foods-to-support-energy-and-brain-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/896425\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Vitamin-B12 Foods to Support Energy and Brain Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Salmon<\/p>\n<p>Salmon is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/victoria-beckham-eats-this-collagen-stimulating-food-every-day\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">favorite food<\/a> among experts and our favorite celebrities. Manaker says it\u2019s not only high in vitamin B12, with <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2.6 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient, but it is also a main source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/omega-3-rich-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">omega-3 fatty acids<\/a>. This combo especially helps support brain function and heart health.<\/p>\n<p>Trout<\/p>\n<p>Manaker lists trout as another fish source that is rich in B12 and omega-3s. According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), one filet of trout has <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/food-details\/172004\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4.6 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Tuna<\/p>\n<p>Tuna is known as a great source of protein, but Manaker says you can also look to the fish for your B12 needs. The NIH says that three ounces of tuna contains <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2.5 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Eggs<\/p>\n<p>Another great source of protein and B12, Manaker says eggs are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/2-eggs-for-breakfast-for-2-weeks\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">one of the easiest foods<\/a> to add to any meal. The NIH says one large egg contains <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">0.5 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Dairy milk<\/p>\n<p>Whole milk (please don\u2019t drink raw milk) is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/guide-to-all-the-milks-and-whats-healthiest\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">nutrient powerhouse<\/a>. It\u2019s most known as a great source of calcium to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. But it also provides protein, vitamin D, and B12 to hydrate, repair muscle, and boost our energy and metabolism. The NIH says that one cup of 2% milk contains <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1.3 micrograms<\/a> of vitamin B12.<\/p>\n<p>Yogurt<\/p>\n<p>Another dairy product you can turn to for vitamin B12 is yogurt. The NIH says that 6 ounces of plain, fat-free yogurt contains <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1 microgram<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Sardines<\/p>\n<p>Tinned fish is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/are-tinned-fish-healthy\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">having a moment,<\/a> and sardines especially make for a great source of vitamin B12. \u201cTiny but mighty, they\u2019re rich in B12, calcium, and omega-3s,\u201d says Manaker. According to the USDA, one tin of sardines contains <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/food-details\/175139\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">8.22 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Lean Beef<\/p>\n<p>Lean beef provides you with many different nutrients, such as protein and iron. Manaker also lists it as a good source of vitamin B12 to give you energy and boost red blood cell health. The NIH says that three ounces of lean beef contains <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2.4 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Nutritional Yeast<\/p>\n<p>Known for its cheeselike flavor, nutritional yeast is a vegan seasoning that is packed with nutrients. It\u2019s especially rich in vitamin B12, according to the NIH. A quarter cup can contain anywhere from <a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">8.3 to 24 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey, Chicken, and Other Poultry<\/p>\n<p>Shapiro says that poultry like chicken and turkey is a good source of the nutrient. For every one serving, she says you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6611390\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">0.3 to 0.5 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient. And whether you grill or saut\u00e9 your chicken or poultry of choice, she says it will cause only small B12 losses.<\/p>\n<p>Nori<\/p>\n<p>Nori, the dried edible seaweed found in all of our favorite Japanese dishes, actually contains a small but variable amount of <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11430774\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">54 to 58 micrograms<\/a> of the nutrient. Shapiro adds that it is also packed with other nutrients such as fiber and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vitamin-k-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamin K<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Salmon Salmon is a favorite food among experts and our favorite celebrities. 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