Vitamin B6
Supports metabolism, brain and blood.
What is Vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in over 100 enzyme reactions, mostly in protein metabolism. It helps make neurotransmitters and hemoglobin and supports immune function.
Health benefits of Vitamin B6
- Helps the body metabolize protein and carbohydrates
- Needed to make neurotransmitters for brain function
- Supports the formation of red blood cells
- Contributes to a normal immune system
Top food sources of Vitamin B6
See full rankingPoultry, fish, potatoes, chickpeas, bananas and fortified cereals. Values shown per 100 g.
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN Original
12 mg 706% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN WITH EXTRA FIBER
8 mg 471% DV
Orange-flavor drink, breakfast type, low calorie, powder
8 mg 471% DV
Fruit-flavored drink, dry powder, low calorie, with high vitamin C
8 mg 471% DV
Fruit-flavored drink, powder, with high vitamin C with other added vitamins, low calorie
8 mg 471% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, Ralston Crispy Hexagons
8 mg 454% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S Complete Oat Bran Flakes
7 mg 412% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN COMPLETE Wheat Flakes
7 mg 412% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S PRODUCT 19
7 mg 406% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, Multi-Grain Cheerios
7 mg 406% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, Ralston Enriched Bran flakes
7 mg 400% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN BRAN BUDS
7 mg 394% DV
How much Vitamin B6 do you need?
The FDA Daily Value is 1.7 mg, easily met from a mixed diet.
Vitamin B6 deficiency
Deficiency can cause anemia, skin rashes, depression and confusion.
Nutrition data per 100 g from the USDA & FooDB databases. Daily Values follow the FDA 2016+ labeling standard for a 2,000-calorie diet. This guide is for general information and is not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does Vitamin B6 do?
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in over 100 enzyme reactions, mostly in protein metabolism. It helps make neurotransmitters and hemoglobin and supports immune function.
How much Vitamin B6 do I need per day?
The FDA Daily Value is 1.7 mg, easily met from a mixed diet.
Which foods are highest in Vitamin B6?
Per 100 g, some of the richest sources are Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN Original, Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN WITH EXTRA FIBER, Orange-flavor drink, breakfast type, low calorie, powder, Fruit-flavored drink, dry powder, low calorie, with high vitamin C, Fruit-flavored drink, powder, with high vitamin C with other added vitamins, low calorie.
What happens if I don't get enough Vitamin B6?
Deficiency can cause anemia, skin rashes, depression and confusion.