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Vitamin B6
Also called: Pyridoxine, P5P
Supports mood chemicals, hormone balance, and energy metabolism. Commonly used for PMS and nausea in pregnancy.
Commonly used for
- PMS
- Nausea in pregnancy
- Mood support
Found naturally in
- Chickpeas
- Salmon and tuna
- Poultry
- Potatoes
- Bananas
Label red flags
- 50–100 mg or more per serving
- B6 stacked across several products (multi, B-complex, PMS formula)
Check with a provider
- Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet, a possible sign of B6 toxicity. Stop and get checked.
- Taking levodopa or anti-seizure medications
Supplements that contain it
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Parts of the body it affects
Explore what each area does and the conditions that can affect it.
Brain & nerves
Your brain, spinal cord, and nerves carry every signal in your body, from movement and sensation to mood and memory.
Reproductive organs
Your ovaries and uterus shape your cycle, fertility, and hormones. Sex hormones also influence the immune system, one reason autoimmune disease is more common in women.
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Dr. Lesher is a naturopathic doctor who specializes in women's autoimmune and chronic conditions. Since 2020, she has helped more than 900 patients overcome and heal from their conditions.