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Foods high in vitamin B12
The 25 foods in this USDA reference database with the most vitamin b12 per 100 g, with the share of the adult Daily Value (2.4 µg) each one delivers. Reference data — not medical advice.
| Food | Vitamin B12 per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Clam, cooked | 98.9 µg | 4120% |
| Beef liver, cooked | 96 µg | 4000% |
| Lamb liver, fried | 85.7 µg | 3571% |
| Veal liver, braised | 84.6 µg | 3525% |
| Beef liver, pan-fried | 83.1 µg | 3464% |
| Lamb kidneys, braised | 78.9 µg | 3288% |
| Lamb liver, braised | 76.5 µg | 3188% |
| Veal liver, pan-fried | 72.5 µg | 3021% |
| Beef liver, braised | 70.6 µg | 2941% |
| Veal liver | 59.9 µg | 2494% |
| Beef liver, raw | 59.3 µg | 2471% |
| Lamb liver, raw | 59 µg | 2458% |
| Lamb liver, cooked | 57.5 µg | 2396% |
| Lamb kidney, cooked | 55.6 µg | 2315% |
| Duck liver, raw | 54 µg | 2250% |
| Goose liver, raw | 54 µg | 2250% |
| Lamb kidneys, raw | 52.4 µg | 2184% |
| Lamb kidney, raw | 50.4 µg | 2099% |
| Clam, fried | 40.3 µg | 1678% |
| Veal kidneys, braised | 36.9 µg | 1538% |
| Common octopus, cooked | 36 µg | 1500% |
| Pacific oyster, cooked | 28.8 µg | 1200% |
| Veal kidneys | 28.2 µg | 1175% |
| Turkey liver, cooked | 28.2 µg | 1174% |
| Beef kidneys, raw | 27.5 µg | 1146% |
Ranked by amount per 100 g, excluding spices and industrial items (drink powders, baking aids, feed meals) that would distort the comparison. Cooking and serving size change what you actually eat, and a varied diet matters more than any single nutrient.
Frequently asked questions
Which food has the most vitamin b12 per 100 g?
Clam, cooked tops this database with 98.9 µg per 100 g — 4120% of the adult Daily Value. The ranking is per 100 g, which is not the same as a serving.
How much vitamin b12 do I need per day?
The Daily Value for Vitamin B12 is 2.4 µg for adults (FDA reference). Your own needs can differ by age, sex and health — this page shows reference data, not a recommendation.
Should I eat more of the top foods on this list?
These rankings compare amounts per 100 g, not meals. A varied diet matters more than any single food or nutrient, and amounts above what you need are not automatically better. Before taking supplements, talk to a healthcare professional.
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