Vitamin B6 or pyridoxine is a water-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in the body‘s functions as follows:
- It is important for the synthesis and metabolism of amino acids so that they can be absorbed and used by the body.
- Nourishes the blood and helps synthesize heme, which is a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells.
- It is beneficial to the tissue and muscle system, thus helping to adjust the tissue and skin to normal, preventing various skin diseases.
- It is responsible for synthesizing neurotransmitters and is beneficial to the central nervous system and helps develop memory.
- It is important in the production of a neurotransmitter called serotonin, which helps reduce stress and anxiety.
- It produces the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, which stimulates the functioning of blood vessels and heart muscle, and helps control blood pressure.
- It plays an important role in the production of antibodies in the body and helps strengthen the immune system.
- Helps prevent neurological diseases such as muscle cramps, numbness in hands and feet, and cramps.
- Reduce morning sickness, nausea, and vomiting.
Vitamin B6 is a vitamin that our body should receive in sufficient quantities. Although our intestines can synthesize vitamin B6 itself, it is in very small quantities. Therefore, it is necessary to eat additional
foods that are high in vitamin B6.