Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for health. After ingestion, it is converted into a coenzyme that supports the function of numerous enzymes in the body important for brain and cognitive development, immune function, and metabolic processes. Although deficiencies are rare, people on specific medications or with distinct medical conditions may require supplementation.
Quick Answer
What it is
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for health. After ingestion, it is converted into a coenzyme that supports the function of numerous enzymes in the body important for brain and cognitive development, immune function, and metabolic processes.
Key findings
- Grade B: PMS Symptoms (Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS))
- Grade D: Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (Metabolic Health)
- Grade D: Growth Hormone (General Athletic Performance)
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Quick Facts: Vitamin B6
- Best Evidence:Grade B
- Conditions Studied:8
- Research Outcomes:12
- Grade B Findings:1
- Key Effect:Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (14)
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