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It's all about vitamin B6

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It's all about vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is one of the most important vitamins in the human body, and because of its "precursory" nature, it is a key element in the proper functioning of metabolism.

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1. What is it worth knowing?

It is a group of six organic compounds that are derived from one pyridine. The biologically active form is pyridoxal phosphate. The vitamin itself is soluble in water and initiates many coenzymes involved in important metabolic processes. Vitamin B6 is found in meat (e.g. pulp), yeast, rice, as well as vegetables (red pepper, potatoes, spinach or cabbage) and whole grain products.

2. The action and use of vitamin B6

The main function of vitamin B6 is to facilitate the absorption of protein and fat-soluble vitamins and tryptophan into vitamin B3. It is also involved in amino acid metabolism, red blood cell synthesis, regulates blood pressure, and is involved in glycogenesis and glycogenesis.

3. Dose and side effects

Vitamin B6 deficiency is rarely observed in the body. However, when this occurs, it is characterized by: excessive nerve activity; changes in the skin; hair loss; numbness of the hands and feet; anemia.

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The author of the article is Dietspremium