Foods High in Vitamin B12
4,340 foods contain Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin essential for nerve function and red blood cell formation. The recommended Daily Value is 2.4 mcg per day.
Health Benefits of Vitamin B12
- Critical for red blood cell formation and preventing anemia
- Essential for proper nervous system function
- Required for DNA synthesis and cell division
- Supports brain health and cognitive function
- Important for energy metabolism
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Deficiency causes megaloblastic anemia, nerve damage, fatigue, and cognitive problems. Vegans are at higher risk.
Top 50 Foods Highest in Vitamin B12
Per 100g serving · SR Legacy (USDA)
| # | Food | Vitamin B12 | % DV | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 98.9 mcg | 4120% | 148 | 25.6g |
| 2 | Beef, New Zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products liver, cooked, boiled Beef Products | 96 mcg | 4000% | 150 | 23.3g |
| 3 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 90.1 mcg | 3752% | 139 | 20.4g |
| 4 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, pan-fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 85.7 mcg | 3571% | 238 | 25.5g |
| 5 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 84.6 mcg | 3525% | 192 | 28.4g |
| 6 | Beef, New Zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw Beef Products | 84.5 mcg | 3521% | 133 | 20.5g |
| 7 | Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, pan-fried Beef Products | 83.1 mcg | 3464% | 175 | 26.5g |
| 8 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, braised Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 78.9 mcg | 3288% | 137 | 23.7g |
| 9 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 76.5 mcg | 3188% | 220 | 30.6g |
| 10 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, pan-fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 72.5 mcg | 3021% | 193 | 27.4g |
| 11 | Moose, liver, braised (Alaska Native) American Indian/Alaska Native Foods | 71 mcg | 2958% | 155 | 24.4g |
| 12 | Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised Beef Products | 70.6 mcg | 2941% | 191 | 29.1g |
| 13 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 59.9 mcg | 2494% | 140 | 19.9g |
| 14 | Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw Beef Products | 59.3 mcg | 2471% | 135 | 20.4g |
| 15 | Lamb, New Zealand, imported, liver, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 59 mcg | 2458% | 136 | 20.7g |
| 16 | Lamb, New Zealand, imported, liver, cooked, soaked and fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 57.5 mcg | 2396% | 168 | 25.8g |
| 17 | Fish, whitefish, eggs (Alaska Native) American Indian/Alaska Native Foods | 56.4 mcg | 2350% | 104 | 14.7g |
| 18 | Lamb, New Zealand, imported, kidney, cooked, soaked and fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 55.6 mcg | 2315% | 112 | 19.8g |
| 19 | Goose, liver, raw Poultry Products | 54 mcg | 2250% | 133 | 16.4g |
| 20 | Duck, domesticated, liver, raw Poultry Products | 54 mcg | 2250% | 136 | 18.7g |
| 21 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 52.4 mcg | 2184% | 97 | 15.7g |
| 22 | Lamb, New Zealand, imported, kidney, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 50.4 mcg | 2099% | 84 | 15.2g |
| 23 | Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, breaded and fried Finfish and Shellfish Products | 40.3 mcg | 1678% | 202 | 14.2g |
| 24 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, braised Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 36.9 mcg | 1538% | 163 | 26.3g |
| 25 | Mollusks, octopus, common, cooked, moist heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 36 mcg | 1500% | 164 | 29.8g |
| 26 | Mollusks, oyster, Pacific, cooked, moist heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 28.8 mcg | 1200% | 163 | 18.9g |
| 27 | Fish, salmon, chum, dried (Alaska Native) American Indian/Alaska Native Foods | 28.6 mcg | 1192% | 378 | 62.1g |
| 28 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, raw Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 28.2 mcg | 1175% | 99 | 15.8g |
| 29 | Turkey, all classes, liver, cooked, simmered Poultry Products | 28.2 mcg | 1174% | 189 | 27g |
| 30 | Beef, New Zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products, kidney, raw Beef Products | 27.7 mcg | 1153% | 87 | 15.7g |
| 31 | Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, raw Beef Products | 27.5 mcg | 1146% | 99 | 17.4g |
| 32 | Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw Pork Products | 26 mcg | 1083% | 134 | 21.4g |
| 33 | Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered Beef Products | 24.9 mcg | 1038% | 158 | 27.3g |
| 34 | Liver cheese, pork Sausages and Luncheon Meats | 24.6 mcg | 1023% | 304 | 15.2g |
| 35 | Mollusks, oyster, eastern, farmed, cooked, dry heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 24.3 mcg | 1013% | 79 | 7g |
| 36 | Lamb, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, pan-fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 24.1 mcg | 1004% | 273 | 17.0g |
| 37 | Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 24 mcg | 1000% | 172 | 23.8g |
| 38 | Steelhead trout, dried, flesh (Shoshone Bannock) American Indian/Alaska Native Foods | 22.4 mcg | 933% | 382 | 77.3g |
| 39 | Beef, New Zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products, kidney, cooked, boiled Beef Products | 21.4 mcg | 890% | 157 | 27.3g |
| 40 | Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, pan-fried Lamb, Veal, and Game Products | 21.3 mcg | 888% | 213 | 14.5g |
| 41 | Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, pan-fried Poultry Products | 21.1 mcg | 880% | 172 | 25.8g |
| 42 | Cereals ready-to-eat, RALSTON Enriched Wheat Bran flakes Breakfast Cereals | 20.7 mcg | 862% | 390 | 10.2g |
| 43 | Braunschweiger (a liver sausage), pork Sausages and Luncheon Meats | 20.1 mcg | 837% | 327 | 14.5g |
| 44 | Fish, caviar, black and red, granular Finfish and Shellfish Products | 20 mcg | 833% | 264 | 24.6g |
| 45 | Mollusks, octopus, common, raw Finfish and Shellfish Products | 20 mcg | 833% | 82 | 14.9g |
| 46 | Turkey, all classes, liver, raw Poultry Products | 19.7 mcg | 822% | 128 | 18.3g |
| 47 | Mollusks, oyster, eastern, canned Finfish and Shellfish Products | 19.1 mcg | 797% | 68 | 7.1g |
| 48 | Smelt, dried (Alaska Native) American Indian/Alaska Native Foods | 19.1 mcg | 796% | 386 | 56.2g |
| 49 | Fish, mackerel, Atlantic, cooked, dry heat Finfish and Shellfish Products | 19 mcg | 792% | 262 | 23.9g |
| 50 | Oscar Mayer, Braunschweiger Liver Sausage (sliced) Sausages and Luncheon Meats | 18.8 mcg | 783% | 331 | 14.3g |
Frequently Asked Questions
What foods are highest in Vitamin B12?
The top foods highest in Vitamin B12 per 100g include: Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat (98.9 mcg), Beef, New Zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products liver, cooked, boiled (96 mcg), Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, raw (90.1 mcg), Lamb, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, pan-fried (85.7 mcg), Veal, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised (84.6 mcg).
How much Vitamin B12 do I need per day?
The Daily Value (DV) for Vitamin B12 is 2.4 mcg per day for adults. Individual needs may vary based on age, sex, and health conditions. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.
What happens if you don't get enough Vitamin B12?
Deficiency causes megaloblastic anemia, nerve damage, fatigue, and cognitive problems. Vegans are at higher risk.