Vitamin B6: Critical nutrient for brain development and function

Vitamin B6 plays an important role in the regulation of mental function and mood.

It is involved in the manufacture of several neurotransmitters including serotonin, melatonin, GABA,dopamine and norepinephrine. Deficiencies in any of those neurotransmitters can impact brain function and cause mood problems.

What the Experts Say:

“Vitamin B6 is involved in the regulation of mental function and mood.”  –Source: PMID:14584010

“It is involved in the manufacture of several neurotransmitters including serotonin, GABA, dopamine and noradrenaline, and plays an important role in regulating mental processes and mood.”  –”The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements, & Herbs: How They …” – by Nicola Reavley

“The body uses pyridoxine (vitamin B6) in the production of several neurotransmitters, including noradrenaline, dopamine, and serotonin. Deficiencies in any of those neurotransmitters can cause mood problems.”  –”The Brain Chemistry Plan: The Personalized Nutritional Prescription for …” – by Michael Lesser, Colleen Kapklein