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

Example Sentences

“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

Molasses is naturally rich in antioxidants, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous and vitamin B6.

From Salon • Dec. 12, 2023

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

They are an excellent source of fiber, vitamin C and potassium, plus they have vitamin B6, and minerals such as iron and calcium.

From Washington Post • Jun. 23, 2022

A woman who regularly eats sushi and suddenly stops, or stops taking Pepto-Bismol, or starts taking vitamin B6 may be easily identified as someone following guidelines for pregnancy.

From New York Times • May 19, 2022