Vitamin B6: deficiency symptoms in the body

Vitamin B6 can not accumulate in the tissues and is rapidly excreted from the body.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) needed for metabolism and red blood cell formation, plays an important role in the functioning of the nervous system.

Part of many enzymes involved in the metabolism of amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids, cholesterol. Used by the body to regulate the lipid metabolism, which is important in atherosclerosis.

Useful properties

– the digestion of fats and protein.
– convert acid tryptophan to Niacin;
against nausea, including morning when the ailments;
– contributes to the weakening of premenstrual syndrome;
– relieves muscle spasms, cramps in the legs, numbness of the hands;
– acts as a natural diuretic.

Notes

Is destroyed by overheating, excessive boiling products of greater consumption of sugar and alcohol.

Smoking reduces the level of vitamins in the body.

Useful for those wishing to lose weight.

Enhances the action of drugs for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.

Signs of deficiency of vitamin B6:

– nervousness;
– excitability;
– insomnia;
– skin rash;
– loss of muscle control.

Main sources: yeast, whole grains (wheat, rye), meat, fish, liver, kidney, eggs, dairy products, vegetables (cabbage, potatoes), soybeans, bananas, nuts.

Daily requirement: 2-3 mg.

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