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"Vitamin B6 deficiency can quietly affect many bodily functions, from the nervous system to immunity; knowing the symptoms is the first step in protecting your health."
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VITAMIN B6 DEFICIENCY: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
| Symptom | Probable Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Irritability and mood changes | Nerve transmission weakens, serotonin production drops | Consume B6-rich foods: banana, avocado, walnuts |
| Tingling in hands and feet | Peripheral nervous system is affected | Supplement with 2–10 mg B6 |
| Headache and migraine tendency | Neuronal sensitivity increases | B6 + magnesium combination may be effective |
| Loss of appetite and nausea | B6 deficiency affects digestive enzymes | Add 1–2 servings of B6-containing foods daily |
| Tongue sensitivity, cracks | B6 deficiency disrupts mucosal cell health | Multivitamin support helps balance B6 levels |
Assoc. Prof. Muhammet Emin Çam
Rector Advisor, Vice Dean, and Faculty Member - Istanbul Kent University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Departmant of Pharmocology
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal
Visiting Researcher&Lecturer - University College London, Mechanical Engineering and Faculty of Medicine, UK
Visiting Lecturer - University of Aveiro, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, Portugal