Are vitamin B12, carnosine, taurine, DHA, and EPA only found in animal products and not in plants?

Plant-Based Nutrients1 min readUpdated June 6, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed 18 studies and found no evidence that vitamin B12, carnosine, taurine, DHA, or EPA are reliably available in plant-based foods. These nutrients are primarily found in animal products like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve function and red blood cell...

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June 6, 2026·Last updated June 6, 2026
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