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Active-form vitamin B6 supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement (0 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5 mg of B6 covers 294% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.1 g
0
KCAL / 0.1G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 0.1 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 0.1 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 0.2 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 0.4 g | 2 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
P5P stands for pyridoxal-5-phosphate, a coenzyme form of vitamin B6 used in the body. A vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement supplies this form, but being an active form does not mean everyone needs extra B6.
Not necessarily. A vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement contains pyridoxal-5-phosphate, while pyridoxine is another B6 form that the body converts. The active-form label alone does not establish that P5P works better for every person or purpose.
Yes, taking too much vitamin B6 for a long time can cause nerve damage, including numbness, tingling, or burning in the hands and feet. Count B6 from all supplements and stop exceeding the product’s directions.
A vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement can affect some medicines, and the interaction depends on the specific drug and whether it is combined with other ingredients. Ask your prescriber or pharmacist before taking it with levodopa or any regular medication.
No, a vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement generally does not have to be taken with food. Taking it with a meal may be more comfortable if it upsets your stomach; follow any different directions on the product.
There is no single amount that suits everyone because products and reasons for taking them differ. Follow the serving directions for your vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement, and do not use a high dose just because it contains the active form.
Yes, a vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement can be taken alongside magnesium; there is no general requirement to take them together. Check combination products and separate supplements so you do not unknowingly double up on B6.
Vivid dreams are sometimes reported by people taking a vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement, but they are not a proven or predictable effect for everyone. If the dreams begin after starting it, try taking it earlier in the day or stop and reassess.
Vitamin B6 is sometimes used for pregnancy-related nausea, but the right form and amount should be decided with your prenatal care provider. Check before using a vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement, especially if your prenatal vitamin already contains B6.
Symptoms such as tiredness or skin changes cannot confirm that you need a vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement, because they have many possible causes. A clinician can assess your diet, medicines, and health history and decide whether testing or supplementation is appropriate.
Vitamins
B6
5mg · 294% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Vitamin B6 (P5P) supplement provides pyridoxal-5-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6. It is generally sold as a tablet or capsule and is taken as a supplement rather than used as an ingredient in cooking.
The taste and texture depend on the product, but capsules are usually swallowed with water, while tablets may be taken alongside a meal. People in different countries fit it into their daily routine in different ways; it is not usually served or paired like a food. Its nutritional character comes chiefly from the B6 compound, not from protein, fat or fibre. Follow the directions on the label, and ask a pharmacist or healthcare professional if you are combining it with other supplements.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.