Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is one of the water-soluble B-complex vitamins and helps perform numerous functions in the human body.

The vitamin contributes to
- normal function of the immune system
- the normal function of the nervous system
- normal energy-yielding metabolism
- normal red blood cell formation
- normal psychological functions
- and can contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

The following groups of people may have higher vitamin B6 requirements:
Adolescents, pregnant and breastfeeding women and elderly people.

Sources: Bananas, whole-grain products, poultry and potatoes.