Cobalt facts

• Cobalt is a trace mineral
• Cobalt is a part of the vitamin B12 molecule
• Some athletes use cobalt to enhance performance
• Most of the cobalt in the body is stored in the liver

Cobalt is a trace mineral, which means the body needs only very small amounts of this mineral to maintain good health of the cells and tissues in the body.

Cobalt is actually an integral part of the vitamin B12 (cobalamin) molecule, which means it is necessary for folate and fatty acid metabolism.

Cobalt supplements are used by some athletes to increase performance by increasing aerobic fitness – it seems to help enhance cell respiration.

Cobalt, much in the same way as vitamin B12 (cobalamin), is involved in a variety of enzyme reactions to enable various body processes.