Ingredient information: Vitamin B6
What is vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6 is a pyridoxine; it is a water-soluble vitamin (soluble in water).
There are several forms:
- pyridoxine
- pyridoxal
- pyridoxamine
- pyridoxal phosphate
What are the properties of vitamin B6?
It is primarily obtained through diet and absorbed in a non-saturable manner by the intestine. It should be noted that the colonic microbiota is capable of synthesizing vitamin B6, but its absorption appears to be almost negligible.
Vitamin B6 does not accumulate in the body and reserves are low.
It is involved in the metabolism of amino acids and neurotransmitters.
Its deficiency leads to (observed especially in people suffering from alcoholism or intestinal malabsorption):
- anemia
- chapped lips
- inflammation of the mouth
- convulsions
- skin rashes
It can be found in food in:
- cereals
- Fruits (not citrus fruits)
- meats and fish
- eggs
- the livers
What are the recommended daily intakes of vitamin B6?
The recommended daily intake is 1.7 mg/day for men and 1.6 mg/day for women. The requirement is slightly higher for pregnant women (1.8 mg/day) or breastfeeding women (1.7 mg/day).
What are the health claims related to vitamin B6?
EFSA authorises the use of health claims for products containing vitamin B6.
They must provide a minimum of 0.21mg of vitamin B6 per 100g, 100ml or per serving.
Products meeting these criteria can claim to contribute to:
At metabolism normal energy levels
- to the normal functioning of the nervous system
- to the normal synthesis of cysteine and to metabolism normal homocysteine
- to the reduction of fatigue
- At metabolism normal of glycogen and proteins
- to normal mental functions
- to the training of red blood cells
- to the normal functioning of the immune system
- to the regulation of hormonal activity
And what about Phytocea?
You can find vitamin B6 in our ReCharge supplement.
ReCharge is a magnesium food supplement. It allows you to take a true magnesium course without the undesirable gastrointestinal side effects.
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Contraindications and side effects of vitamin B6
Do not exceed the recommended doses.
Do not exceed 5mg/day when being treated for Parkinson's disease.
High doses (>500mg/day) can cause digestive and appetite disturbances as well as paresthesia.
