Vitamin
B6
Why do I need vitamin
B6?
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, aids your body's metabolism of
protein, fats, and carbohydrates. It also helps convert amino acids and
form new red blood cells, and is vital to a fetus's developing brain and
nervous system. The vitamin may also relieve nausea, although this has not
been clinically proven.
How much do I need?
The RDA (recommended daily allowance) for an adult is 1.6 mg. If you're
pregnant, your needs increase to 2.2 mg, and if you're nursing, your needs
decrease slightly to 2.1 mg.
What are signs of a deficiency?
Skin rashes,
depression,
and anemia may mean a deficiency. One study
showed that mothers who didn't get enough vitamin B6 provided less care
and stimulation to their infants, and their babies were less alert.
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