VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE)
Benefits:
Physical and mental health, water
retention, production of hydrochloric acid and the absorption of fats and
protein, maintaining sodium and potassium balance, and promotes red blood cell
formation, cancer immunity, prevention of arteriosclerosis, premenstrual
syndrome, kidney stones, allergies, arthritis, asthma.
Symptoms of Deficiency:
Anemia, convulsions, headaches, nausea,
flaky skin, a sore tongue, and vomiting, acne, anorexia, arthritis,
conjunctivitis, cracks or sores on the mouth and lips, depression, dizziness,
fatigue, hyper-irritability, impaired wound healing, inflammation of the mouth
and gums, learning difficulties, weak memory, hair loss, hearing problems,
numbness, oily facial skin, stunted growth, and tingling sensations.
Sources:
Brewer’s yeast, carrots, chicken, eggs,
fish, meat, peas, spinach, sunflower seeds, walnuts, and wheat germ, avocado,
bananas, beans, blackstrap molasses, broccoli, brown rice and other whole
grains, cabbage cantaloupe, corn, dulse, plantains, potatoes, rice bran
soybeans, and tempeh, alfalfa, catnip, and oat straw. All foods contain some
vitamin B6.
Recommended Daily Allowance:
US - 2 mg, EU - 1.6 mg
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