VITAMIN OF THE WEEK - VITAMIN B6

VITAMIN OF THE WEEK -

VITAMIN B6 (  PYRIDOXINE)

Vitamin B₆ refers to a group of chemically very similar compounds which can be inter converted in biological systems. 

RECOMMENDED INTAKE

• UP TO 6 MONTHS - 0.1 mg 
• 7-12 MONTHS       - 0.3 mg
• 1-3 YEARS           - 0.5 mg
• 4-8 YEARS           - 0.6 mg
• 9-13 YEARS         - 1.0 mg
• 14-18 YEARS       - 1.3 mg
• 19-50 YEARS       - 1.3 mg
• 51+ YEARS          - 1.7 mg
• PREGNANCY      - 1.9 mg
• LACTATION        - 2.0 mg

FUNCTIONS :

# Helps in Amino Acid Metabolism

# Helps in Glucose Metabolism

# Increases or decreases certain Genes expression

# Helps in Lipid Metabolism

# Main factor in Hemoglobin synthesis and function

FOOD SOURCES

1. Chick Peas
2. Banana
3. Turkey
4. Salmon
5. Tuna
6. Potatoes
7. Beef Liver
8. Nuts
9. Raisins
10. Chicken Breast