Best Vegan Source of Vitamin B12 – Nori (red algae), Chlorella & Spirulina – Dr. Berg

This is the absolute best source of vitamin B12 for vegans. Check it out.

Timestamps
0:00 Best vegan source of vitamin B12
0:19 The two types of B12
1:09 How much chlorella do you need?
1:20 Quiz

In this video, we’re going to talk about the best vegan source of vitamin B12.

There are three primary sources of B12 for vegans.
1. Nori (red algae)
2. Chlorella
3. Spirulina

There are two types of B12. There’s a pseudo B12 (B12 analog) and real B12. B12 analog is similar in chemistry to B12, but not similar in function. So if an algae has large amounts of pseudo B12, it can block real B12. In turn, this can cause a serious deficiency.

Unless you’re taking B12 supplements, I do not recommend that you try to get all of your dietary B12 from nori or spirulina.

However, chlorella does contain a significant amount of real B12. This is the best source of vitamin B12 for vegans.

You need about 6 tablets or one teaspoon of chlorella twice per day.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Thanks for watching. If you’re a vegan, give this source of vitamin B12 a try and see how it works for you. See you in the next video.

[DeeBee]

Love how these videos get right into it, no wasted time

[robalexander]

Aloe vera contains 75 potentially active constituents: vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, salicylic acids and amino acids. ... It also contains vitamin B12, folic acid, and choline. Antioxidant neutralizes free radicals.

[jamaicafox]

You're so calm and pleasant to watch

[lesleycandlishs.n.h.s]

One analysis of 19 dried chlorella supplements found B12 levels varied from an insignificant less than 0.1mcg to 415mcg per 100 grams. A teaspoon is about 5 grams so you'd have to be eating 20 teaspoons worth to get these levels.11 Nov 202

[Graiude]

Saguaro cactus fruit is packed with b12 🌵 Tempeh, kimchi, Sauerkraut, kombucha, shiitake mushrooms, water lentils (duckweed), petai beans, all have naturally occurring b12 🌱

[cleanfix]

Great video. My grandmother use to make parsley salad and add spirulina to the dressing that was always olive oil and lemon/ vinegar. Delicious

[vincerussell]

Thanks for this video. I used to do keto, now I am vegan this was very helpful

[Zenfluence]

Not Vegan but I've done around 15-20 grams of Spirulina powder most days for years now, usually in the morning with Green juice and water. Love it, that and usually protein from Goat Keifer or a shake plus some Coconut Manna keeps me going 5am--> lunch. I'm not an early riser by nature so the short quick nature is a godsend👍

Have done chlorella powder as well off and on but that taste is so much more extreme compared to a *good* Spirulina like Nutrex..

[darrenjames]

I been taking 25g of chlorella a day for 3 months now ! The stuff is amazing, the first month was hard as I was on detox and felt tied and lethargic but I think it has done it's good as now mood swings or Brian fog has completely gone and for some reason I am dreaming like every nite and remembering them.
But guys if you get chorella make sure it's made from Taiwan ! Yes more expensive but it's worth its for many

[DStrayCat]

Good stuff to know... I take 1000 mg of Chlorella, daily, but I also take a supplement of B Complex as well as other supplements that contain B 12... So I think I have that base covered. I also take Seaweed and make Miso soup, mainly for the Iodine. Great little video :-)

[eric]

Dr. Berg,
Thank you for all the videos and info you bring to us all. It has changed my life for the better.
I was wondering if you could do a video about Chlorella if you haven't already. I am very interested in Chlorella as I am sure many of your viewers are as well. Only if you think it is of value?
Thanks, Eric S.

[sh-dfbb]

Dr Berg has the most calming and reassuring voice lol I would believe anything he says His voice could lull me to sleep at night!

[Mark-ougr]

Thanks for the tip on b-12. I started on the good one last week and its working.helps with the neuropathy.and guess what.i did pest control for 12 years.i knew it, I knew it. Thanks again 👍👍👍

[c.k.]

💯👍🏽 thank you for making your videos straight to the point! 😊

[Indiegaze]

Would love to hear you talk more about vegan things!

[deiterroche]

Yes, I only discovered that spirulina is predominantly pseudo-B12 recently, after 3 months of usage! I am awaiting the delivery a B12 supplement, but may experiment with chlorella.

Thank you for mentioning!

[Abundantman]

TY for your videos. U have helped me a LOT TY!!

[ginanotafan]

Thank you Dr Berg, this info is invaluable to your plant based audience!

[theGalacticTravelChannel]

Is there a reason the B12 is not listed on the nutritional label of chlorella?? Does it depend upon the strain? how it is cultivated?, etc..

[HanoushUSA]

Please recommend the best and safe brand to buy from spirulina and cholorella