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Nandini Rao

38 years old • Chronic Vitamin B12 Deficiency due to Gut Malabsorption

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Condition:Gut-Induced Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Age | Gender:38 | Female
Suffered for:3+ years
Treatment Duration:3 months
Location:Bengaluru, Karnataka
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Her Story

The Struggle

Nandini had been dealing with constant fatigue and low energy for several years. Initially, she brushed it off as work stress and poor sleep. Gradually, she started experiencing tingling and numbness in her hands and feet, frequent headaches, and episodes of dizziness. Blood tests revealed low Vitamin B12 levels, and she was prescribed oral supplements and later injectable B12. Although her levels would temporarily improve after injections, her symptoms never fully resolved. Within months, the fatigue and neurological symptoms would return. This cycle repeated multiple times, leaving her frustrated and worried about long-term nerve damage.

Daily Symptoms

  • Persistent fatigue and weakness
  • Tingling and numbness in hands and feet
  • Brain fog and poor concentration
  • Dizziness and occasional headaches
  • Low mood and irritability
  • Digestive discomfort and bloating

The Breaking Point

The breaking point came when she realized that despite repeated B12 injections, her symptoms kept returning. She began to question why her body was unable to maintain normal levels and feared that something fundamental was being missed.

Our Assessment

What We Discovered

A deeper evaluation revealed that Nandini’s deficiency was not due to lack of intake but poor absorption. Chronic low stomach acid levels and impaired intrinsic factor function were preventing proper absorption of Vitamin B12 in the gut. Mild chronic gastritis further compromised the upper digestive environment, explaining why supplementation alone was insufficient.

Root Causes Identified

  • Low stomach acid impairing B12 release from food
  • Impaired intrinsic factor function
  • Chronic gastritis affecting gastric health
  • Long-standing gut dysfunction reducing nutrient absorption

Doctor's Analysis

Vitamin B12 deficiency was a downstream problem. Unless the stomach environment and intrinsic factor activity were restored, supplementation would remain a temporary fix rather than a solution.

Treatment Protocol

Phase 1: Gastric Healing & Digestive Stabilization (Weeks 1–4)

  • Focused on calming gastric inflammation and improving digestive comfort
  • Introduced gut-friendly, warm meals to reduce irritation
  • Removed factors suppressing stomach acid
  • Corrected meal timing and eating habits

Phase 2: Acid & Absorption Restoration (Weeks 5–8)

  • Supported natural stomach acid production
  • Improved intrinsic factor activity through functional support
  • Introduced food-based B12 sources in an absorbable form

Phase 3: Nutrient Repletion & Neurological Recovery (Weeks 9–12)

  • Gradual replenishment of B12 stores without stressing the gut
  • Addressed co-factor deficiencies involved in nerve health
  • Stabilized digestion to maintain long-term absorption

Daily Routine

Warm meals at fixed timings, mindful chewing, hydration spaced away from meals, avoidance of unnecessary antacids, light post-meal walks, nervous system calming practices, and consistent sleep schedule.

Her Journey

Week 3: Digestive Ease

Bloating reduced. Meals felt lighter. No post-meal discomfort.

Month 2: Neurological Improvement

Tingling and numbness reduced. Energy levels improved noticeably.

Month 3: Stable Recovery

B12 levels stabilized without injections. Brain fog resolved and stamina returned.

Life After Treatment

6 Months Later

Nandini reports stable energy levels and no recurrence of neurological symptoms. Her B12 levels have remained within a healthy range without dependence on frequent injections. She understands how to support her gut to maintain long-term nutrient absorption.

In Her Own Words

“Everytime I would take vitamin b12 supplements, and I was not sure why my levels were not coming back to normal. Despite taking injections also, the levels would go back to lower range after a while. Doctors told me there was an absorption problem but did not tell me what to do about it. When I approached Thavira, they told me that if stomach lining is inflamed, then Vitamin b12 will not get absorbed. And so after completing 3 months with them, they gave me proper supplements and medicine to heal the gut lining. And now my vit b12 levels have been stable. I feel much more energetic and without brain fog as well. Thanks.”

What Nandini Still Does

  • Balanced, nutrient-supportive diet
  • Gut-friendly eating habits
  • Regular sleep and meal timing
  • Avoidance of unnecessary supplements
  • Awareness of digestive health