  Nature's Sunshine Vitamin B6 is a vegetarian supplement providing 50 mg of B6 per tablet in a base of wheat germ flour. This supplement contains no animal by products. Vitamin B6 is critical to the normal functioning of over 60 essential enzymes. B6 is also necessary for the production of nucleic acids - protein - red blood cells - immune cells - and neurotransmitters which keep the brain and nervous system functioning correctly. Insufficient Vitamin B6 can cause anemia - nervous disorders - and skin problems. Women are especially prone to B6 deficiencies especially when taking oral contraceptives - when pregnant or when suffering from PMS. Symptoms of a vitamin B6 deficiency include low blood sugar and low glucose tolerance causing insulin sensitivity as well as arthritis - cracks around the eyes and mouth - cramps and numbness in the arms and legs - hair loss - heart disorders involving nerves - an increase in urination - neuritis - slow learning - temporary paralysis of a limb - visual disturbances - and water retention during pregnancy. The greatest need for vitamin B6 is for sustaining immune system functions. Studies have shown inadequate levels of B6 can cause a significant weakening of the immune system. In fact, both AIDS and cancer patients exhibit low levels of B6. Vitamin B6 may also have cancer fighting properties. Studies have shown vitamin B6 supplements enhance the immune system of elderly participants and also decrease the growth of cancerous tumors. Vitamin B6 applied topically in a cream caused melanomas - skin cancers which are very reluctant to treatment - to diminish and even disappear. Vitamin B6 is a cofactor which helps to activate over 100 different enzymes involved in hundreds of biochemical tasks in the body. It is used to metabolize amino acids (protein management) as well as lipids (fats) and nucleic acids. As protein intake increases- so does the need for B6. It is important for the production of energy and for proper nervous system function.
BR> *Daily Value (DV) not established Other Ingredients: Cellulose, wheat germ flour, stearic acid (vegetable), and magnesium stearate (vegetable). Contains no animal by-products and is suitable for vegetarians. SIZE: (120 count) RECOMMENDED USE: Take one tablet daily with a meal. For additional vitamin/mineral products search our drop down menu below under "product type" ; "vitamins/minerals" |