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VITAMIN B6

Why is it Needed?

    • Coenzyme for more than 100 enzymes involved in the metabolism of Amino Acids, Homocysteine, Glycogen and Hemoglobin formation

Daily Recommendation:

  • Men and Women (Age 19 - 50) 1.3 MG Per Day
  • Men (over 51) 1.7 MG Per Day
  • Women (over 51) 1.5 MG Per Day

What Happens When it is Deficient?

  • Oily Skin Rash
  • Anemia
  • depression
  • Confusion
  • Seizures

Food Sources:

      • Fish
      • Poultry
      • Red Meat
      • Carrots
      • Cabbage
      • Peas
      • Potatoes
      • Tomatoes

Toxic Effects and Recommended Upper Intake Level:

  • Large doses of 200 to 6,000 MG per day is associated with impairment of the nerves in the legs and severe disfiguring skin abnormalities

UL is 100 MG Per Day

What Should I Take Daily?:

  • Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folate can lower Serum Homocysteine
  • Take Vitamin B6 supplementation to 35 MG

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