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What Are The Possible Repercussions Of Low Vitamin B6 Levels?
Question: what are the values of vitamin B6 and what if i dont have enough vitamin B6 in my body what will happend to me
Brief Answer:
many potential problems
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
Vitamin B6 (also called pyridoxine) is an important co-enzyme in many important metabolic reactions in the body. It participates in more than 100 enzyme reactions in the body and is particularly important in protein metabolism.
If you are deficient in this important vitamin it can cause anemia, problems with brain function, skin rashes and peeling of the skin. It can also cause a swollen tongue. It may also cause weakened immune system, confusion and depression in extreme cases.
Vitamin B 6 is found in many foods such as fish and nuts.
If you think you are deficient then I recommend taking a vitamin supplement and adding more fish and nuts to your diet.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
many potential problems
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
Vitamin B6 (also called pyridoxine) is an important co-enzyme in many important metabolic reactions in the body. It participates in more than 100 enzyme reactions in the body and is particularly important in protein metabolism.
If you are deficient in this important vitamin it can cause anemia, problems with brain function, skin rashes and peeling of the skin. It can also cause a swollen tongue. It may also cause weakened immune system, confusion and depression in extreme cases.
Vitamin B 6 is found in many foods such as fish and nuts.
If you think you are deficient then I recommend taking a vitamin supplement and adding more fish and nuts to your diet.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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