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Information - Vitamin B6
What is Vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin that belongs to the B-vitamin complex.
What are its benefits?
Vitamin B6 contributes to:
- Normal synthesis of the amino acid cysteine
- Normal energy-yielding metabolism in the body
- Normal functioning of the nervous system
- Normal homocysteine metabolism
- Normal protein and glycogen metabolism
- Normal psychological function
- Normal formation of red blood cells
- Normal function of the immune system
- Reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Regulation of hormonal activity
Foods rich in Vitamin B6
It is found in:
- wheat,
- fruits,
- carrots,
- meat,
- legumes,
- fatty fish,
- spinach,
- chicken,
- and peas.
Deficiency symptoms
Vitamin B6 deficiency can lead to:
- weakness
- diarrhea
- spasms
- angular stomatitis
- anemia
Recommended Daily Intake (RDI)
The recommended daily intake for adults is 1.3 mg. It is recommended to take it concurrently with B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.
Precautions during use, interactions, and side effects
Taking antibiotics, antihypertensive drugs, anti-infective drugs, estrogens, contraceptives, anti-inflammatory drugs, and bronchodilators increases the need for B6.
Alcohol overconsumption enhances its action.
Avoid taking B6 if you are on dopaminergic medications.
Taking it during pregnancy and breastfeeding is safe with medical monitoring.
Disclaimer
Vita4you informs you that dietary supplements do not substitute for a balanced diet, a healthy lifestyle, or medical advice/consultation. They are not drugs and are not intended to prevent, treat, or cure human diseases.
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