Vitamin B12: Why It Matters for Everyone
PAN’s Roberta Alessandrini as Featured on ProVeg’s ‘ProVeg Talks’ Podcast
Vitamin B12 is often framed as a “vegan issue”, but its relevance extends to us all. From children to older adults, this essential nutrient supports nerve function, red blood cell formation, and long-term health. Deficiency is a global concern, not limited to those following plant-based diets.
In a new episode of the ProVeg podcast, host Valentina Gallani (nutritionist and food technologist) speaks with Roberta Alessandrini, PAN’s Dietary Guidelines Initiative Director to help make national dietary guidelines more plant-forward.
Together, they unpack:
• Why Vitamin B12 is vital for everyone’s health and wellbeing
• How needs change across different stages of life
• The most reliable ways to meet daily requirements, from supplements to fortified foods
• Why public health nutrition must address B12 as part of a global strategy
• How dietary guidelines are evolving to support healthier, more sustainable diets
Roberta offers clear, evidence-based insights that cut through myths and highlight practical solutions. She also points to the broader importance of integrating nutrition science into public health to create a food system that supports both people and the planet.
Watch the full conversation here: YouTube Video Link