Some Plant Food Products Present on the Polish Market Are a Source of Vitamin B12

Cyanocobalamin is the most widespread form of vitamin B12, which sufficient for humans. Vitamin B12 mainly found in animal products. However, supplementation does not have to be necessary because certain amounts are present plant Previous studies showed significant contents cyanocobalamin sea buckthorn and sauerkraut. In this study, selected products such as sea-buckthorn jam fermented (obtained by lactic acid fermentation) were tested a search B12. Bacteria involved type fermentation potential produce cyanocobalamin. Popular on Polish market selected, namely sauerkraut pickled cucumbers, well parsley juice, beetroot juice white borscht. The analysis was carried out using HPLC-UV. Most analyzed did contain levels Only can provide amount needed prevent deficiency.