Pyridoxine or vitamin B6, preferably as P5P!
Vitamin B6 fulfils many important functions in the human body because it is an elementary component of some enzymes. Pyridoxine, the form often used in food supplements, must be converted by the body into the coenzyme P5P (pyridoxal-5-phosphate) in order for it to be effective. Some people have problems with this conversion step, which is a widespread and therefore quite normal genetic weakness. It therefore makes more sense to take P5P straight away... Read more
Vitamin B6 20 mg, 100 capsules
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L-Methionine Plus P-5-P, 90 EMBO-CAPS
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B6 Plus, 90 capsules
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P-5-P Power Complex, 60 capsules
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Pyridoxine WholeFood P5P, 60 capsules
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B-Vitamins Extra P5P, 60 capsules
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For energy, nerves and the immune system
The water-soluble vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is essential for energy metabolism, the function of the nervous system, the formation of red blood cells and the regulation of hormone activity. It is involved in the formation of haemoglobin, strengthens the immune system and plays a central role in numerous enzymatic processes. Wholemeal products, meat, fish and vegetables contain vitamin B6, which is found in numerous foods.
Tasks of vitamin B6
- Metabolism: It is essential for the breakdown and utilisation of carbohydrates, proteins (amino acids) and fats.
- Nervous system: Vitamin B6 plays an important role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, chemical messengers that are responsible for the exchange of signals between nerve cells.
- Blood formation: It plays a role in the formation of haemoglobin, the red blood pigment required for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
- Immune system: Vitamin B6 supports the normal function of the immune system.
- Hormone regulation: It contributes to the regulation of hormone activity.
- Homocysteine metabolism : As a coenzyme, it supports the breakdown of homocysteine, an amino acid whose elevated concentrations are associated with cardiovascular diseases.
Occurrence in food
Vitamin B6 occurs naturally in numerous foods. Good references are:
- Meat and fish: pork, sardines, mackerel, chicken and salmon
- Wholemeal products: Wholemeal cereals and bread
- Pulses: chickpeas and other types of beans
- Fruit and vegetables: bananas, potatoes and peppers
- Nuts and seeds: Hazelnuts, walnuts and other seeds
Properties
- Water solubility: As the body cannot store water-soluble vitamins, it is important to take them in regularly through food.
- Sensitivity: Vitamin B6 is sensitive to light and heat, which can lead to losses during the storage and preparation of food.