Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine / P5P) in Multivitamins
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a water-soluble vitamin that serves as a coenzyme for over 100 enzyme reactions. Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (P5P) is the active coenzyme form, superior to pyridoxine HCl as it requires no conversion.
Benefits
- ✓Coenzyme for amino acid and neurotransmitter metabolism
- ✓Supports production of serotonin, dopamine, and GABA
- ✓Reduces homocysteine levels (alongside B12 and folate)
- ✓Supports immune function and antibody production
- ✓P5P form is directly usable — no liver conversion needed
Recommended Daily Value
1.3–1.7mg for adults; upper limit 100mg/day
Food Sources
- Beef liver
- Tuna
- Salmon
- Chickpeas
- Poultry
Scientific Reference
Stover PJ. Vitamin B6. In: Coates PM et al, eds. Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. 2010.
Multivitamins Containing Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine / P5P)
The most evidence-based daily multivitamin on the market. Every one of its 26 ingredients is backed by human RCTs at the exact dose used in clinical trials — methylated B vitamins, glycinate-form minerals, 200mg hyaluronic acid for skin health, TMG for cognition and exercise, and microencapsulated carotenoids for eye protection. It deliberately excludes Vitamin A and E based on safety research, and consolidates 6–8 separate supplements into one formula.