Understanding Vitamin B6: Pyridoxine, Pyridoxal, and Pyridoxamine

Vitamin B6 encompasses a family of three closely related, water-soluble compounds: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. The body naturally converts vitamin B6 into the active compound pyridoxal-5-phosphate. While supplements providing P-5-P are believed to have slightly better absorption than pyridoxine, the cost difference doesn’t justify the preference for the more expensive form of the nutrient.

Vitamin B6 plays a pivotal role in numerous bodily processes, likely surpassing any other B vitamin in terms of involvement. Surprisingly, up to 25% of women have diets that fall short of the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV) for this vitamin, set at just 1.2mg—a considerable gap from an optimal intake.

Popular among women as a pre-menstrual supplement, Vitamin B6 shows some evidence of aiding in essential fatty acid metabolism and fluid balance. Moreover, it’s established that deficiencies in Vitamin B6 can elevate homocysteine levels in the blood, a factor linked to the development of cardiovascular diseases.

Each tablet in this product delivers a substantial 50mg of vitamin B6. Manufactured in the UK, these tablets are produced in facilities adhering to stringent pharmaceutical standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

Allergen Advice

Refer to the presentation section for ingredients highlighted in bold. This product intentionally excludes the following allergens: Wheat, Barley, Soya, Eggs, Milk (and milk products), Lactose, Nuts, Sulphites, Celery, Fish, Shellfish, Yeast, and Gluten-containing ingredients.

Cautions

• This product is not advisable for pregnant or lactating women.
• Long-term intake may result in mild tingling and numbness.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place, shielded from light.

Legal Category

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