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Vitamin B-6
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What is Vitamin B-6?
One of the water-soluble vitamins, Vitamin B 6 is needed for a wide array of bodily functions, particularly in the handling of amino acid reactions. B-6 metabolizes cysteine to pyruvic acid, works with phosphorylase to convert glycogen to glucose, works to synthesize fatty acids and metabolize cholesterol, is used to produce a variety of neurotransmitters including serotonin. B-6 deficiencies are general feelings of weakness, depression, and sleep disturbances among others.
Who Should Consider Vitamin B-6?
Here are some of the more interesting functions B-6 performs in the body: metabolizes cysteine to pyruvic acid, works with phosphorylase to convert glycogen to glucose, works to synthesize fatty acids and metabolize cholesterol, is used to produce a variety of neurotransmitters including serotonin. B-6 deficiencies are general feelings of weakness, depression, moodiness, sleep disturbances, irritability, poor coordination, elevated levels of homocysteine and a whole host of immune system deteriorations. The need for B-6 is particularly high for pregnant women or women who have just had babies, women using oral contraception, and anyone who smokes. Although it is water soluble, B-6 toxicity is possible, so the right level (100mg/day is safe) must be taken to avoid over consuming. Current research4 has shown B-6 to be effective for PMS symptoms (combined with Chaste Tree Berry extract, it is simply fantastic against PMS). B-6 supports the immune system, may help alleviate depression, and might relieve the pain of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.5
A 1995 double-blind study published in the American Journal of Obstetric Gynecology, examined 342 pregnant women who were given 30 mg of B6 daily, or a placebo. The women rated their symptoms, the severity of their nausea and the number of vomiting episodes. The B6 group developed significantly fewer symptoms than the placebo group, leaving the researchers to conclude that regular use of B6 can significantly reduce the symptoms of morning sickness.
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What is Vitamin B-6?
B-6 (pyridoxine). One of the water-soluble vitamins, Vitamin B-6 is needed for a wide array of bodily functions, particularly in the handling of amino acid reactions.
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Gelatin capsule used with a vegetarian formula.
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