Vitamin B6 is the most important vitamin for the conversion of amino acids - the basic building blocks of all proteins and some hormones. This Vitamin is also required for the production of the hormones like serotonin, melatonin and dopamine.
Prolonged deficiency of vitamin B6 can lead to skin inflammation (dermatitis), depression and even anemia.
Since it is water-soluble, your body does not store all of the B vitamins, it is essential to get them by consistently eating these fruits and food items.
Bananas
If you eat one medium banana every day, you get 25% of your daily intake of vitamin B6. In addition to being an excellent source of vitamin B6, bananas are also a solid source of potassium. They’re easy to eat as a light snack if you’re hungry during the day.
Potatoes
One cup of potatoes also provides 25% of your daily Vitamin B6 intake. This nutritious vegetable can be cooked and eaten in a variety of ways and is obviously suitable for almost any meal of the day.
Avocados
A single cup of avocado contains 30% of the daily requirement of folic acid and 23% of vitamin B6. They're also a great source of healthy fats, fiber and many other vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, vitamin C and potassium. Try eating it in salads and bowls of cereal, toast, eggs and more.
Cottage cheese
Eating one cup of fresh cotton cheese every day can provide you with about 12% of your daily value of vitamin B6. Eat it for breakfast as it has a moderate amount of calories and is a good source of protein.
Chickpeas
The possibilities are endless when it comes to adding chickpeas to your diet. It is a great source of fibre, protein and Vitamin B6.
Warning: Too much consumption of Vitamin B6 from supplements can cause nerve damage in the arms and legs.
