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Fact #1: Vitamin B6 has three metabolic forms pyridoxine, pyridoxal and pyridoxamine.
The RDA for B6 in adults is 2.0 milligrams.
Fact #2: B6 is essential in amino acid metabolism, is required for the absorption of
B12 and for the production of antibodies and red blood cells.
Fact #3: The best natural sources of B6 are bananas, brewer's yeast, wheat germ, green
and red peppers, nuts, molasses and eggs.
Fact #4: Intake of B6 should be increased with diets high in protein. Daily doses of
over 500 mg of B6 should be avoided. Doses of B6 over 2 g can lead to neurological
disorders. Food processing techniques, canning and alcohol can deplete vitamin
B6.
