What food source is the nutrient found in?
Vitamin B6 is found in legumes such as peas and beans, nuts,
eggs, meats, fish, whole grains and fortified breads and cereals.
How does the nutrient affect the body?
Vitamin B6 helps the body:
build protein
make antibodies, which are key to a strong immune system
make hormones
make red blood cells and keep nerve tissue healthy
process and digest protein