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Vitamin B6

Pyridoxine

Water Soluble Stores: Days
Stored in:
Muscle tissueLiver

Summary

Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin that is involved in over 100 enzyme reactions, mostly concerned with protein metabolism. It is also involved in brain development during pregnancy and infancy as well as immune function.

Vitamin B6 is found in a wide variety of foods, including poultry, fish, potatoes, chickpeas, and bananas.

Key Benefits

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Involved in over 100 enzyme reactions.

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Important for brain development during pregnancy and infancy.

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Helps the body make serotonin and norepinephrine.

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Top Food Sources

Plant-Based

  • Chickpeas 1.1 mg
  • Bananas 0.4 mg
  • Potatoes 0.3 mg

Animal-Based

  • Tuna 1.0 mg
  • Salmon 0.9 mg
  • Chicken breast 0.9 mg

The "Smart Assistant" Tip

Vitamin B6 helps regulate sleep, appetite, and mood.

Signs of Deficiency

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Skin rashes

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Cracked lips

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Mood changes

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Weakened immune function