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Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Supports brain development, immune function, and hemoglobin production.
  • Classification: Vitamin
  • Solubility Type: Water-Soluble
  • Measurement Unit: mg
  • Also Known As: Pyridoxine
  • Best Taken:Anytime · With Food

Absorption & Storage

Water-soluble vitamins are not stored in large amounts, so regular intake matters. Excess is usually excreted in urine, so consistent daily intake is more important than loading doses.

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 1 mg
14–18 years 1.3 mg
19–30 years 1.3 mg
31–50 years 1.3 mg
50+ years 1.7 mg

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 1 mg
14–18 years 1.2 mg
19–30 years 1.3 mg
31–50 years 1.3 mg
50+ years 1.5 mg
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Why do you need Vitamin B6? Getting enough Vitamin B6 is essential because it naturally supports brain development, immune function, and hemoglobin production.

When is the best time to take Vitamin B6? Vitamin B6 is often taken with food to reduce the chance of stomach upset. source

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