Vitamin B6

Pyridoxine the name vitamin B6 comprises a group of compounds (pyridoxine, pyridoxamine, pyridoxal and phosphate). Itcoenzyme for more than 50 enzymatic reactions - decarboxylase and transaminases, synthesis of acid nicotine and arachidonic acid, affects the function of the nervous system, immune reactions and synthesis of haemoglobin.

Source
It is abundant in food. The daily recommended dose for adults: 13-17 mg

Deficit
Deficiency with normal eating habits does not occur; manifested skin and mucosal changes that occur rhagades corners, peripheral neuropathy.

Surplus
Excess of food does not occur. After a prolonged intake of 50-500 mg have been reported sensory neuropathy.

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