Properties
and Weight Loss Benefits of Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Very important for a healthy immune system. Also, if we don't get enough
B6, we can't absorb enough vitamin B12.
Weight Loss Benefits of Vitamin B6
Vitamins B2, B3 and B6 are required for
normal thyroid hormone production. Any deficiencies in these B Vitamins
will affect thyroid function and metabolism.
How Vitamin B6 Assists Health
Boosts immunity
Helpful with skin and nervous disorders
Eases muscle cramps and PMT
Eases nausea, including morning sickness
Has anti-ageing properties
Protects against cancer
Good Food Sources of Vitamin B6
Brewer's yeast. Wheat bran. Wheatgerm.
Oats. Mackerel. Sardines. Beef. Poultry. Avocado. Bananas. Brown rice.
Dried fruits. Cabbage. Molasses. Free range eggs.
Enemies of Vitamin B6
Food processing. Canning. Long storage.
Up to 50 per cent lost in juices through boiling, roasting or stewing,
so use up all stock!
Deficiency Symptoms of Vitamin B6
Anemia. Loss of appetite. Irritability/depression.
Nausea. Abdominal pain. Fatigue. Insomnia. Reduced resistance to infection.
Recommended Daily Allowance for Vitamin
B6
US RDA: 2mg
EU RDA: 1.6-2mg
See also:
Vitamin Supplements
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