Vitamin B6
How Much They Need (Daily)
Ages 1-3: 0.5 mg Ages 4-8: 0.6 mg Ages 9-13: 1 mg Ages 14-18: 1.3 mg (boys), 1.2 mg (girls)
Good For
Energy metabolism, red blood cells, immune system and mood
Best Sources
Whole grains, eggs, bananas, legumes
For Best Results, Pair With
Other B vitamins, particularly B2 (riboflavin)
Who’s Not Getting Enough
•The over 25% of kids aged 4 to 8 who don’t get enough grains
