6 Food High in Vitamin B6

By Zulkar Naim

The recommended daily intake (RDI) of vitamin B6 for adults is 1.3 mg for men and 1.2 mg for women. Pregnant women need 1.9 mg and breastfeeding women need 2.0 mg. 

This tropical fruit has the highest level of vitamin B6 of any food, with 0.7 mg per 100 grams, which is 42% of the Daily Value (DV). 

Mamey Sapote (fruit): 

Salmon is a fatty fish that is a great source of vitamin B6, with 0.6 mg per 3 ounces, which is 30% of the DV. 

Salmon: 

Tuna is another fatty fish that is high in vitamin B6, with 0.5 mg per 3 ounces, which is 25% of the DV. 

Tuna Fish: 

Chickpeas are a legume that are a good source of vitamin B6, with 0.3 mg per 1 cup, which is 15% of the DV.  

Chickpeas: 

Beef liver is a very good source of vitamin B6, with 0.4 mg per 3 ounces, which is 20% of the DV. 

Beef liver: 

Many cereals are fortified with vitamin B6, making them a good source of this nutrient. Look for cereals that have at least 10% of the DV per serving. 

Fortified Cereals: 

The recommended daily intake (RDI) of vitamin B6 for adults is 1.3 mg for men and 1.2 mg for women. Pregnant women need 1.9 mg and breastfeeding women need 2.0 mg.

How much vitamin B6 do I need?