VITAMIN B6 (Pyridoxine)
Concerned with more bodily processes than almost any other single nutrient, B6, influences physical and mental health. A glance through this list will show you how B6 is used:
- Water retention, useful for (mild diuretic, good for PMS symptoms)
- Hydrochloric acid (stomach acid), necessary for production of
- Absorption of fats and proteins, necessary for
- Aids in maintaining sodium/potassium balance
- Promotes red blood cell formation
- Required by the nervous system and for brain functioning
- Required for synthesis of DNA and RNA so your cells replicate accurately
- Required for normal cellular growth
- Aids in absorption of B12
- Aids in immune system function and antibody production
- Aids in prevention of arteriosclerosis by inhibiting the formation of homocysteine, a toxic chemical that attacks the heart muscle and allows cholesterol deposits around the heart muscle
- Shown to be useful in treatment of allergies, arthritis and asthma
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DEFICIENCIES
A lack of B6 could result in anemia, convulsions, headaches, nausea, flaky skin, a sore tongue, vomiting, acne, anoriexia, arthritis, conjunctivitis, cracks or sores on the mouth and lips, depression, dizziness, fatigue, hyperirritability, slow healing, inflammation of the mouth and gums, learning difficulties, impaired memory or memory loss, hair loss, hearing problems, numbness, oily facial skin, stunted growth, tingling sensations.
SOURCES
Best sources include brewer's yeast, carrots, chicken, eggs, fish, meat, peas, spinach, sunflower seeds, walnuts, wheat germ, avocado, bananas, beans, blackstrap molasses, broccoli, brown rice, whole grains, cabbage, cantaloupe, corn, potatoes, rice bran, and soybeans.
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