vitamin B6

noun

: pyridoxine or a closely related compound found widely in combined form and considered essential to vertebrate nutrition

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And some ingredients that are unrecognizable to many people may actually be vitamins, Dr. Nestle said, like sodium ascorbate (vitamin C), pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and alpha-tocopherol acetate (vitamin E). New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025 For example, too much vitamin C at once can cause diarrhea, and an excess of vitamin B6 can lead to nerve damage. B Vitamins B vitamins are a group of eight water-soluble vitamins that support metabolism, red blood cell production, and nerve function, among other essential roles. Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Jan. 2025 This exotic fruit is loaded with magnesium and vitamin B6, nutrients that boost brain activity and cognitive function during the day. Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024 Brown rice has over twice the fiber, vitamin B6, and magnesium of white rice—plus more of other essential nutrients. Johna Burdeos, Health, 8 Jan. 2025 Bananas provide an array of micronutrients, such as vitamin B6, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, and manganese. Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025 The tiny green flesh is filled with vitamin B6, vitamin E, folic acid, and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron, and zinc, as well as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are key for eye health. Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024 Not getting enough B vitamins can lead to deficiencies, including anemia due to a lack of vitamin B6 or B12. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024 According to Merkel, roasted pistachios are fine to eat, although some heat-sensitive vitamins such as vitamin B6 can be lost during roasting. Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vitamin B6 was in 1934

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“Vitamin B6.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitamin%20B6. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

vitamin B6

noun
-ˈbē-ˈsiks
: pyridoxine
also : a closely related compound

Medical Definition

vitamin B6

noun
: pyridoxine or a closely related compound found widely in combined form and considered essential to vertebrate nutrition

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