Vegetarians and Vitamin B6


Vitamin B6 is a vital part of the human body. It is critical for humans to consume B6 because it acts as a catalyst for many of the bodies most important chemical reactions. The best way to get B6 is through meats, fish, whole grains, veggies, nuts, and seeds. Vitamin B6 cannot be synthesised in the human body, therefore it must be obtained through the diet. The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin B6 is 1.3mg for men and women ages 19-50. RDA is simply a measure of the average daily dietary intake needed to meet nutrient requirements of healthy adults.

Studies have shown that vitamin B6 has been beneficial for many common health issues. People have been using B6 to slow down the effects of carpal tunnel syndrome for several years now. B6 has also become one of the leading remedies for comforting the often painful symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

Despite being an essential vitamin for cell formation and critical chemical reactions, the most intriguing facet of B6 is the positive effect it has on the human brain. Studies have shown that consuming the recommended amount of vitamin B6 each day can drastically reduce the symptoms of autism. In fact, B6 is the number one used supplement in alternative medicine to cure autism. One of the largest problems facing children today is attention deficit disorder (ADD). Some studies have shown that B6 can improve the restlessness, aggressiveness, and mental "fog" that ADD patients face.

Most Americans have a healthy level of vitamin B6. Since it is found in so many common foods, most people are usually getting plenty of B6 in their everyday diet. Adults and kids with extended time periods of having a poor diet are vulnerable to having a vitamin B6 deficiency. Consistent alcohol abusers are vulnerable as well. Symptoms of deficiency include skin inflammation, glossitis (sore tongue), depression, confusion, and convulsions. Taking a B6 supplement is highly recommended if they are unable to increase intake through the diet. Being a vegetarian, I've had a tough time consuming as much vitamin B6 as I would like to. I've been experimenting with different dietary supplements to try to help me get what I need. My favorite product so far has been StudyPIL. It works instantly and the more I use it the better it feels. Many college students like myself are taking this pill to help them study. When I'm done studying, it helps me focus on whatever other task I decide to tackle. StudyPIL has 16mg of B6 per serving, which is eight times the minimum of what's needed. My fears of not getting the proper nutrients have been squashed. The website can be found at www.studypil.com. I highly suggest you pick yourself up a bottle.

1.) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitamin_B6 2.) www.mayoclinic.com/health/vitamin-b6/NS_patient-b6


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