Pyridoxine hydrochloride
What the research shows
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A form of vitamin B6 found in food.
The body needs it to break down amino acids, carbohydrates, and fats.
Written from English Wikipedia1
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What research says
Studies in people
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Benefit
Stress levels in adults2
In adults with severe stress, magnesium with vitamin B6 improved stress scores more than magnesium alone.
Study type not stated
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Benefit
Age-related muscle decline3
Pyridoxine with nicotinamide helped older muscles repair and regain strength.
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References
- 1Pyridoxine. Wikipedia. Accessed September 26, 2026.
- 2Pouteau E, Kabir-Ahmadi M, Noah L, et al. Superiority of magnesium and vitamin B6 over magnesium alone on severe stress in healthy adults with low magnesemia: A randomized, single-blind clinical trial. PLoS One. 2018;13(12):e0208454. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0208454
- 3Ancel S, Michaud J, Migliavacca E, et al. Nicotinamide and pyridoxine stimulate muscle stem cell expansion and enhance regenerative capacity during aging. J Clin Invest. 2024;134(24). doi:10.1172/JCI163648