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A vitamin B12 deficiency affects our ability to produce fully functioning red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body. According to Dr. Naomi Newman-Beinart (PhD), some of the key signs of vitamin B12 deficiency include fatigue, difficulty concentrating, mouth ulcers, pins and needles in hands and feet, low mood, and weakness. Many people struggle to get their recommended daily allowance of B12 for a number of reasons, such as eating a poor or limited diet. Here, the health expert explains why you should eat a varied and balanced diet and get enough B12 every day.