Ingredient overview
What it is
Vitamin B6 is converted into pyridoxal 5-phosphate, an active coenzyme involved in more than 100 enzyme reactions. Many of these reactions process amino acids and neurotransmitter precursors.
- Scientific identity: Vitamin B6; vitamers: Pyridoxine, pyridoxal, pyridoxamine.
- How it works: Absorbed in any of three forms: Pyridoxine, pyridoxal and pyridoxamine are all taken up and interconverted by the body. Phosphorylated to PLP: They are converted into pyridoxal 5-phosphate, the single active coenzyme form.
- Primary function: It contributes to normal protein metabolism, nervous-system function, immune activity and red blood cell formation.
- What it supports: Vitamin B6 supports normal nervous-system function, protein use and red blood cell production for a more complete daily nutrition foundation.
- Important consideration: Its nutritional contribution depends on the amount provided and overall dietary intake.
