In addition, CodY activates the expression of the dpr gene, which encodes a protein involved in iron storage and peroxide resistance, while repressing the fat (or piu) genes, which encode proteins responsible for iron transport (Hendriksen et al., 2008
B12 deficiency is one of the most common and most frequently overlooked nutritional deficiencies, affecting those on plant-based diets, adults over 50, individuals on certain medications, and anyone with reduced gastrointestinal absorption

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