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<p id="isPasted"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Hydroxocobalamin: The Natural Path to Methylation&#xA0;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">While many cheap supplements use cyanocobalamin (which contains a cyanide molecule, the body must detoxify), Dr. Berg uses Hydroxocobalamin.&#xA0;</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 16px;"><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Natural Methylation:&#xA0;</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Hydroxocobalamin is a unique, &quot;pre-methylated&quot; friendly form of B12. Once ingested, your cells easily convert it into Methylcobalamin and Adenosylcobalamin</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">&#x2014;the two active forms your body uses for energy an</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">d nerve protection.</span></li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Superior Retention:&#xA0;</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Unlike synthetic forms that are often flushed out of the body quickly, Hydroxocobalamin binds to transport proteins more effectively, allowing it to stay in your system longer to support long-term energy and brain function.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">&#xA0;Whole-Food Folate vs. Synthetic Folic Acid&#xA0;</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">One of the most critical aspects of this formula is the source of Folate.&#xA0;</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 16px;"><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">The Problem with Synthetic:&#xA0;</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate. Many individuals&#x2014;particularly those with specific genetic variations&#x2014;may find it difficult to efficiently convert synthetic folic acid into its active form. Dr. Berg&#x2019;s formula uses whole-food folate to ensure optimal bioavailability and utilization, providing the body with a nutrient it can readily recognize and use.</span></li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">Recognized by the Body:&#xA0;</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" class="TextRun SCXW94730486 BCX0">In this formula, folate is derived from a Natural Vegetable Blend (including broccoli, spinach, carrots, and chlorella). Because it comes from whole-food sources, the body recognizes it as a natural nutrient. It provides folate in a bioavailable form thatsupports DNA synthesis and healthy red blood cell maintenance, offering an effective alternative to the synthetic folic acid found in many traditional supplements.</span></li></ul>

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Dr. Berg has transitioned to Hydroxocobalamin because it offers a more stable, long-lasting, and versatile form of Vitamin B12 compared to Methylcobalamin alone. While Methylcobalamin is excellent, Hydroxocobalamin offers several "superior" physiolog

<div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="jl1t-0-0" id="isPasted"><div data-offset-key="jl1t-0-0"><span data-offset-key="jl1t-0-0"><span data-text="true">Dr. Berg has transitioned to Hydroxocobalamin because it offers a more stable, long-lasting, and versatile form of Vitamin B12 compared to Methylcobalamin alone. While Methylcobalamin is excellent, Hydroxocobalamin offers several &quot;superior&quot; physiological advantages, making it a better foundation for a high-quality supplement.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="7u0o0-0-0"><div data-offset-key="7u0o0-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7u0o0-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="4qbu-0-0"><div data-offset-key="4qbu-0-0"><span data-offset-key="4qbu-0-0"><span data-text="true">1. It Stays in Your System Longer</span></span><span data-offset-key="4qbu-0-1"><span data-text="true"> </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="20ose-0-0"><div data-offset-key="20ose-0-0"><span data-offset-key="20ose-0-0"><span data-text="true">Think of standard B12 (Methylcobalamin) as a quick &quot;burst&quot; of energy that your body flushes out fast.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="ad1k4-0-0"><div data-offset-key="ad1k4-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ad1k4-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="7p31b-0-0"><div data-offset-key="7p31b-0-0"><span data-offset-key="7p31b-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Upgrade:</span></span><span data-offset-key="7p31b-0-1"><span data-text="true"> Hydroxocobalamin is like a sustained-release version. It binds more tightly to the proteins in your blood, meaning it stays in your system much longer to provide steady support throughout the day, rather than a quick spike and drop. </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="1n04a-0-0"><div data-offset-key="1n04a-0-0"><span data-offset-key="1n04a-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="506gc-0-0"><div data-offset-key="506gc-0-0"><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-0"><span data-text="true">2.</span></span><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-1"><span data-text="true"> </span></span><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-2"><span data-text="true">It&#x2019;s</span></span><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-3"><span data-text="true"> </span></span><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-4"><span data-text="true">a &quot;Two-in-One&quot; Solution</span></span><span data-offset-key="506gc-0-5"><span data-text="true"> </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="68jue-0-0"><div data-offset-key="68jue-0-0"><span data-offset-key="68jue-0-0"><span data-text="true">Your body actually needs two different types of B12: one for your brain and nerves, and another for physical energy in your cells.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="bhf9n-0-0"><div data-offset-key="bhf9n-0-0"><span data-offset-key="bhf9n-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="dmmq5-0-0"><div data-offset-key="dmmq5-0-0"><span data-offset-key="dmmq5-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Upgrade:</span></span><span data-offset-key="dmmq5-0-1"><span data-text="true"> Hydroxocobalamin is a &quot;master&quot; form. Once you take it, your body can naturally convert it into whichever type it needs most at that moment. It lets your body decide exactly how to use the fuel! </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="dnuap-0-0"><div data-offset-key="dnuap-0-0"><span data-offset-key="dnuap-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="che2v-0-0"><div data-offset-key="che2v-0-0"><span data-offset-key="che2v-0-0"><span data-text="true">3. It Helps &quot;Clean&quot; the Body</span></span><span data-offset-key="che2v-0-1"><span data-text="true"> </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="2l666-0-0"><div data-offset-key="2l666-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2l666-0-0"><span data-text="true">Hydroxocobalamin has a unique &quot;vacuum cleaner&quot; effect that other forms of B12 don&apos;t.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="4kcqb-0-0"><div data-offset-key="4kcqb-0-0"><span data-offset-key="4kcqb-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="93fu1-0-0"><div data-offset-key="93fu1-0-0"><span data-offset-key="93fu1-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Upgrade: </span></span><span data-offset-key="93fu1-0-1"><span data-text="true">It is designed to support the body&#x2019;s natural detoxification pathways. Assisting in the removal of metabolic byproducts is a great way to maintain a clean internal environment and support a healthy response to everyday stress. </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="2t4bg-0-0"><div data-offset-key="2t4bg-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2t4bg-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-0"><div data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-0"><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-0"><span data-text="true">4.</span></span><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-1"><span data-text="true"> </span></span><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-2"><span data-text="true">It&#x2019;s</span></span><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-3"><span data-text="true"> </span></span><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-4"><span data-text="true">Gentler for Sensitive People</span></span><span data-offset-key="c5qj8-0-5"><span data-text="true"> </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="eup3m-0-0"><div data-offset-key="eup3m-0-0"><span data-offset-key="eup3m-0-0"><span data-text="true">Some people feel jittery, anxious, or have a racing heart when they take &quot;Methyl&quot; vitamins because their bodies process them too quickly.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="ma27-0-0"><div data-offset-key="ma27-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ma27-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="2uhad-0-0"><div data-offset-key="2uhad-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2uhad-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Upgrade:</span></span><span data-offset-key="2uhad-0-1"><span data-text="true"> Because this form is not yet &quot;methylated,&quot; it is much gentler on the nervous system. It provides all the power of B12 without the &quot;wired&quot; or overstimulated feeling that sensitive individuals sometimes experience. </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="ehufj-0-0"><div data-offset-key="ehufj-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ehufj-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="8r9ic-0-0"><div data-offset-key="8r9ic-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8r9ic-0-0"><span data-text="true">5. </span></span><span data-offset-key="8r9ic-0-1"><span data-text="true">The &quot;Clean&quot; Choice: Natural vs. Synthetic</span></span><span data-offset-key="8r9ic-0-2"><span data-text="true"> </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="dogpc-0-0"><div data-offset-key="dogpc-0-0"><span data-offset-key="dogpc-0-0"><span data-text="true">Most inexpensive B12 supplements use a synthetic form called Cyanocobalamin. While it&#x2019;s cheap to manufacture, it has a significant hidden downside that many people don&apos;t realize.&#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="3c8ed-0-0"><div data-offset-key="3c8ed-0-0"><span data-offset-key="3c8ed-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="98fof-0-0"><div data-offset-key="98fof-0-0"><span data-offset-key="98fof-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Problem with Synthetic (Cyanocobalamin):</span></span><span data-offset-key="98fof-0-1"><span data-text="true"> This form is manufactured in a lab and contains a trace amount of cyanide. To use it, your body must first &quot;detox&quot; the cyanide and then spend energy converting the B12 into a form it can use. This can be stressful for the liver and is very poorly absorbed by many people. </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="5k8jm-0-0"><div data-offset-key="5k8jm-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5k8jm-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="9j2uv-0-0"><div data-offset-key="9j2uv-0-0"><span data-offset-key="9j2uv-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Natural Advantage (Hydroxocobalamin):</span></span><span data-offset-key="9j2uv-0-1"><span data-text="true"> This is a natural form produced by healthy bacteria through fermentation&#x2014;the same way B12 is created in nature. Because it is already bioactive, your body recognizes it immediately. There is no &quot;cyanide&quot; to filter out, making it much easier on your system and far more effective. </span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="18di2-0-0"><div data-offset-key="18di2-0-0"><span data-offset-key="18di2-0-0"><br data-text="true"></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="896mb" data-offset-key="2qlv8-0-0"><div data-offset-key="2qlv8-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2qlv8-0-0"><span data-text="true">If you have a health condition or are taking medications, we recommend speaking to your healthcare professional before using any supplements.</span></span></div></div>

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