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

For example, taking a multivitamin, along with a vitamin B6 supplement could lead to a double dose - and too much vitamin B6 over a long period of time can result in nerve damage.

From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026

In plants, overly high P6C levels likewise mess with vitamin B6 levels, disrupting the delicate balance of different types of B6 and causing neuropathology in the plants, just as it does in humans.

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

Results showed that nine out of ten women had marginal or low levels of folate, riboflavin, vitamins B12 and D around the time of conception, and that many developed vitamin B6 deficiency in late pregnancy.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2023

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