Is this the genuine, authentic product?

Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.

How is the price below retail?

We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.

How fast does it ship?

Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.

You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.

AOR AOR - Hydroxy B12 1000mcg, 60 sub loz

AOR Hydroxy B12 - A unique form of vitamin B12, which is more readily converted into the coenzyme forms than conventional cyanocobalamin. Vitamin B12 deficiencies could lead to risk factors for a multitude of conditions, including neuropathy, neurodegenerative diseases, anemia, cardiovascular problems and mood imbalances, among others. B12 supplements in general are especially important for vegetarians and to help prevent pernicious anemia. Hydroxocobalamin is in an easy to consume lozenge.

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $26.68 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Active methylated forms: B vitamins in the forms your body can put to use right away.
Mood and hormone balance: Supports healthy methylation, mood and hormonal rhythm.
Energy at the cellular level: Feeds the pathways behind steady, real energy.

Best suited to: vegetarians or vegans avoiding animal foods, someone who dislikes swallowing pills, people wanting a form closer to natural b12.

What the research supports

Each sublingual lozenge dissolves under the tongue, delivering 1000 mcg of hydroxocobalamin. The bottle holds 60 lozenges, a two-month supply at one a day.

Studies correcting low B12 typically use 1000 mcg a day.

B12 deficiency (evidence: strong, from rct, clinical trials): Hydroxocobalamin absorbs partly through the mouth's tissue, bypassing the gut pathway that fails in people who can't absorb B12 well. Oral doses around 1000 mcg reliably raise blood B12 and reverse deficiency symptoms.
Nerve comfort (evidence: moderate, from clinical trials, observational): B12 is needed to build and maintain the fatty sheath that insulates nerves. Correcting a deficiency can ease nerve tingling and discomfort, though people who already have enough B12 see little added benefit.
Mood (evidence: limited, from observational, small trials): Low B12 is linked in observational studies to disturbed mood. Trial evidence that topping up B12 improves mood in people who aren't deficient is thin.

Read the literature: B12 deficiency on PubMed, Nerve comfort on PubMed, Mood on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

vegetarians or vegans avoiding animal foods: B12 occurs almost exclusively in animal products, so this covers a dietary gap directly.
someone who dislikes swallowing pills: the sublingual lozenge dissolves under the tongue instead of being swallowed whole.
people wanting a form closer to natural B12: hydroxocobalamin is a naturally occurring form the body converts to its active coenzymes, unlike synthetic cyanocobalamin.

Look elsewhere if

someone with a confirmed methylation issue seeking methylcobalamin specifically: look for a product listing methylcobalamin as the medicinal ingredient instead of hydroxocobalamin.
someone wanting the lowest-cost daily B12 option: a standard cyanocobalamin tablet costs less and still meets daily needs for most healthy people.

What to expect

B12 status doesn't produce a felt effect the way caffeine does. If someone is actually low, energy and mental clarity can improve over a few weeks as red blood cell production and nerve function normalize. If B12 levels are already adequate, there's nothing to notice.

How it compares

Compared with cyanocobalamin tablets: hydroxocobalamin is closer to the forms found in food and doesn't require the body to first remove a cyanide molecule before conversion. The tradeoff: cyanocobalamin is cheaper and more widely available on shelves.
Compared with methylcobalamin lozenges: hydroxocobalamin has a longer track record as an injectable and oral form used for B12 repletion. The tradeoff: methylcobalamin skips a conversion step some people prefer to avoid, which this product doesn't offer.

Product details

Active ingredient: B12 (Hydroxocobalamin)
Ingredient form: sub loz
Strength: 1000mcg
Servings per container: 60
Suggested use: Adults: Take one lozenge under the tongue daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.
Country of manufacture: Canada
Independent testing: ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications: Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Brand: AOR

How to take it

Adults: Take one lozenge under the tongue daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Each lozenge contains

B12 (Hydroxocobalamin): 1000mcg

Non-medicinal ingredients

Sodium stearyl fumarate, microcrystalline cellulose, hyprolose, xylitol, tapioca syrup and distilled water.

Interactions and cautions

Medications: May interact with certain prescription medications. Review with your pharmacist if you take daily medication.
Timing: Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General: Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - Hydroxy B12

Is this the genuine, authentic product?: Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?: We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?: Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?: You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.