vitamin B6
Noun
Meaning
a B vitamin that is essential for metabolism of amino acids and starch
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, vitamin B6 helps the body make several neurotransmitters, including serotonin, which influence mood.
Africa Studio/ShutterstockAdults between 19 and 50 should aim to get 1.4 milligrams of vitamin B6 from baked potatoes, bananas, and chickpeas daily.
Turmeric has manganese, potassium, vitamin B6, and iron.
Avocados are full of folate, potassium and vitamin C, as well as vitamin B6, which helps ease morning sickness and build baby’s brain.
“Bananas are a great source of potassium and vitamin B6, and provide the mood-regulating amino acid, tryptophan,” says Musher.
Bell peppers are also rich in vitamin C and vitamin A. The vitamin B6 and folic acid in peppers reduces homocysteine levels that increase our risk of heart attack and stroke.