B6

Vitamin B6 is a group of related compounds, including pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. It is found naturally in many foods like fish, poultry, and potatoes, and is also added to some processed foods. It is essential for many bodily functions, including metabolism and brain development.

Vitamin B6 is added to foods as a nutrient to help fortify them and contribute to the consumer's daily intake. It is commonly found in breakfast cereals, snack bars, and some beverages.

Vitamin B6 is recognized as safe and effective by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. The FDA has established upper intake levels for vitamin B6. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated vitamin B6 and established an acceptable daily intake. Most people get enough vitamin B6 from their diet, but deficiencies can occur in certain populations.