vitamin B6

American  

noun

1. pyridoxine.

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vitamin B6 British  

noun

1. another name for pyridoxine

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vitamin B6 Scientific  

1. Any of several water-soluble pyridine derivatives, especially pyridoxine, that are coenzymes in amino acid synthesis and are important in protein and fat metabolism and in healthy nerve function. Vitamin B ₆ is found in liver, whole-grain foods, fish, yeast, and many vegetables.

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Etymology

Origin of vitamin B6

First recorded in 1930–35

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vitamin B6

"Unless you are eating a very restricted diet, it's unlikely that you are not going to be getting enough vitamin B6."

From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2026

In addition, it supplies several vitamins, including thiamine, niacin, vitamin A, vitamin B6, and vitamin E.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 16, 2026

If you have too much of vitamin B6 you cause problems,” Kachroo told Salon.

From Salon ● Mar. 5, 2025

“Unlike grains, white potatoes are strong contributors of potassium, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and fiber,” the senators wrote in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 8, 2024

Most healthy adults get more than enough vitamin B6 from their diets alone, so B6 supplements are generally not needed.

From New York Times ● Jun. 8, 2023