Not all Vitamin B12 is equal. Our formula uses methylcobalamin, the bioactive form, rather than cyanocobalamin, the synthetic form found in most budget supplements. Here is why this distinction matters.
Cyanocobalamin is the most common supplemental B12 because it is inexpensive and stable. Your body must convert it to methylcobalamin or adenosylcobalamin before use. This conversion requires energy and produces a small amount of cyanide (trace, not dangerous).
Methylcobalamin is one of the two forms your body actually uses. It is ready for cellular processes without conversion. It is more expensive to manufacture, which is why many brands default to cyanocobalamin.
Both forms raise serum B12 levels effectively. Some research suggests methylcobalamin has better tissue retention and crosses the blood-brain barrier more efficiently. The clinical significance of this difference for general supplementation is debated, but the theoretical advantage is real.
At 6mcg (250% DV), our B12 dose is modest. Choosing the premium form ensures that small dose delivers maximum usable B12 without asking your body to do extra conversion work. It is one of several ingredient-form decisions in Gelagen where we chose quality over cost.