Ray Peat on Vitamin B6
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Long-term Damage to the Pancreas from Malnutrition and Deficiencies“The pancreas can be damaged by prolonged malnutrition, so that the inability to produce insulin may become permanent. It is known that a deficiency in magnesium and vitamin B6 is involved in the damage to the pancreas. Insulin itself is only part of the insulin-like system (Adv in Metabol Disorders 7, p. 26, 1974); proper treatment requires a thorough consideration of all factors.” Nutrition For Women |
Dietary Relief of Tension Caused by Excess Copper or Estrogen“Tension caused by excess copper or estrogen can be relieved through diet. Usually, zinc supplementation is necessary – about 20 mg per day; for this problem, about 30 mg of vitamin B6 has been recommended, but the amount varies depending on the person. The other B vitamins as well as vitamin E and vitamin A should also be used.” Nutrition For Women |
Zinc Deficiency Related to Excess Estrogen and Its Dietary Consequences“A zinc deficiency is often associated with a vitamin B6 deficiency and an excess of copper; since estrogen is linked to zinc loss, other nutrients – including vitamin E and folic acid – should also be considered when nails have white spots.” Nutrition For Women |
Mitigating Prolactin Excess with Vitamin B6, Thyroid, and Progesterone“All effects of prolactin excess (including amenorrhea), which respond to an increase in the DOPA/serotonin ratio, can to some extent also be achieved with other, more readily available substances. Vitamin B6, thyroid, and progesterone all have this effect.” Nutrition For Women |
