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Sublingual vitamin B12 supplement; negligible calories, no meaningful macronutrients, provides high vitamin B12.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of B12 sublingual supplement (1 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2500 µg of B12 covers 104167% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.5 g
1
KCAL / 0.5G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.25 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0.3 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 1 g | 2 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 1 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 1 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 3 g | 7 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 240 calories per 100 g.
Take a B12 sublingual supplement according to its label and let the tablet or lozenge dissolve under your tongue. Unless the product instructions say otherwise, avoid chewing or swallowing it whole so it has time to dissolve.
Yes, swallowing a B12 sublingual supplement is generally possible, but it then functions more like an oral B12 tablet. Follow the product directions; dissolving it under your tongue is the intended method for a sublingual product.
A B12 sublingual supplement can generally be taken with or without food. If taking it on an empty stomach bothers you, use it around a meal, while following any specific directions on the product.
There is no universally best time to take a B12 sublingual supplement. Choose a time you can stick to; if you notice that taking it late affects your sleep, try taking it earlier in the day.
A B12 sublingual supplement has not been shown to absorb better than a swallowed B12 pill in every situation. Sublingual tablets may be convenient, but absorption also depends on the product and on factors affecting your ability to absorb B12.
Methylcobalamin and cyanocobalamin are both forms used in B12 sublingual supplements. Either can provide vitamin B12; the name of the form alone does not establish that one is more effective for everyone.
A B12 sublingual supplement can cause acne-like breakouts in some people, although this is not a typical effect for everyone. If new or worsening breakouts begin after starting it, consider stopping and discussing the reaction with a healthcare professional.
A B12 sublingual supplement may help fatigue when low B12 is the cause. Fatigue has many other causes, so taking B12 may not help if your levels are adequate or another health issue is responsible.
A B12 sublingual supplement is not generally known to have a direct interaction with metformin or omeprazole, but long-term use of these medicines can be associated with low B12. Ask your healthcare professional whether testing or supplementation is appropriate for you.
Taking more than the recommended amount of a B12 sublingual supplement is unnecessary, even though B12 has a low risk of toxicity for most people. High doses can still cause unwanted effects, so use the amount directed on the label or by your clinician.
Vitamins
B12
2500µg · 104167% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
0.25mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 1 piece (small) (0.5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A B12 sublingual supplement is a vitamin product made to dissolve under the tongue, commonly sold as a small tablet or lozenge. People use it as a convenient way to take vitamin B12 rather than as part of a meal; follow the directions on the product label, since formats and suggested use can vary.
Flavour and dissolving time depend on the product, but it is generally held under the tongue instead of swallowed with a drink. It contributes negligible calories and no meaningful macronutrients, with vitamin B12 as its key nutrient. If you are considering one, check the label for serving instructions and ask a qualified health professional whether it suits your needs.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.