Nutrients · mg

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 supports protein metabolism, brain function, and immune health. Very high supplemental doses over time can affect the nerves, hence the upper limit.

How much you need

Recommended intake (adults)1.3 mg (1.5–1.7 mg at 51+)
Tolerable upper limit100 mg

Values are for general adults and vary by age, sex, and life stage. S8D personalizes the exact target to your profile.

Where to get it

  • Poultry & fish
  • Potatoes
  • Chickpeas
  • Bananas
  • Fortified cereals

Common questions

How much Vitamin B6 do adults need?

Most adults need 1.3 mg (1.5–1.7 mg at 51+) of Vitamin B6 (measured in mg). The exact target depends on age, sex, and life stage — S8D personalizes it to your profile.

What is the tolerable upper limit for Vitamin B6?

The tolerable upper limit is 100 mg. Staying under it avoids the risks of excess intake; S8D never builds a day that exceeds any nutrient's upper limit.

Which foods are high in Vitamin B6?

Good sources include Poultry & fish, Potatoes, Chickpeas, Bananas, Fortified cereals.

Why does Vitamin B6 matter?

Vitamin B6 supports protein metabolism, brain function, and immune health. Very high supplemental doses over time can affect the nerves, hence the upper limit.

Hit your Vitamin B6 target automatically

S8D computes a daily smoothie that meets every nutrient RDA — including Vitamin B6 — without exceeding any upper limit.