Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Category: Water Soluble Vitamin

RDA Amount: 1.3 mg

Description: Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin that represents a class of several related molecules, including pyridoxal and pyridoxamine, each of which plays important roles in optimal health. Specifically, vitamin B6 is involved in more than 100 enzyme reactions, mostly concerned with protein metabolism. Functions: Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, a form of vitamin B6, acts as a coenzyme for glycogen phosphorylase, the enzyme that breaks down glycogen into glucose for energy production. Neurotransmitter Production: It is involved in the production of neurotransmitters, such as GABA, dopamine, and serotonin. Gluconeogenesis: Vitamin B6 aids in the production of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, which is crucial during periods of fasting or intense exercise.

Sources: Enriched and fortified grains Whey protein Milk Cheese Eggs Tuna Organ meats (e.g., liver) Potatoes Bananas Parsnips Pistachios