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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Pyridoxine is
involved in more bodily functions than almost any other single
nutrient. It affects both physical and mental health. It is
beneficial if you suffer from water retention, and is necessary for the
production of hydrochlotention, and is necessary for the production of the
hydrochloric acid and the absorption of fats and protein. Pyridoxine also
aids in maintaining sodium and potassium balance, and promotes red blood cell
formation. It is required by the nervous system and is needed for normal
brain function and for the synthesis of the nucleic acids RNA and DNA, which
contain the genetic instructions for the reproduction of all cells and for
normal cellular growth. It activates many enzymes and aids in the
absorption of vitamin B12, in immune system function, and in antibody
production.
Vitamin B6 plays a role in cancer immunity and aids in the
prevention of arteriosclerosis. It inhibits the formation of toxic
chemical called homocysteine, which attacks the heart muscle and allows the
deposit of cholesterol around the heart muscle. Pyridoxine acts as a mild
diuretic, reducing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, and it may be useful
in preventing oxalate kidney stones as well. It is helpful in the
treatment of allergies, arthritis, and asthma.
Symptoms of Deficiency: A deficiency of vitamin B6 can
result in anemia, convulsions, headaches, nausea, flaky skin, a sore tongue, and
vomiting. Other possible signs of deficiency include acne, anorexia,
arthritis, depression, dizziness, fatigue, hyperirritability, impaired wound
healing, inflammation of the mouth and gums, learning difficulties, impaired
memory or memory loss, hair loss, hearing problems, numbness, oily facial skin,
stunted growth, and tingling sensations. Carpal tunnel syndrome has been
linked to a deficiency of vitamin B6 as well.
Eight (8) B's and their benefits:
Benefits
of B-Complex
B1
(Thiamine)
B2
(Riboflavin)
B3 (Niacin, Nicotinic Acid,
Niacinamide)
B5
(Pantothenic Acid)
B6 (Pyridoxine)
B12
(Cyanocobalamin)
Biotin
Folate
Source: Prescription
for Nutritional Healing by Phyllis A. Balch, CNC and James F. Balch,
M.D.
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