The recommended daily dose of cobalt is 1μg. It can be found in the following food sources: meats, fish, peanuts, peas and in milk. Cobalt is an important nutrient because it promotes the development of red blood cells.
Cobalt (vitamin B12) deficiency in the blood generates chronic fatigue, lack of endurance, loss of sensitivity, mental depression, paresthesia, anemia and macrocytosis.
Cobalt supplementation is especially indicated for hypertensive individuals suffering from arterial spasms, hemorrhoids, migraine, hiccups and muscle spasms.
Excessive consumption of cobalt can lead to mumps and heart problems. Cobalt is a trace element that makes up vitamin B12, very important for individuals suffering from anemia.
