Difference Between Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12

Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin commonly known as pyridoxine.

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin also known as cobalamin.

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The molecular formula of vitamin B6 is C₈H₁₁NO₃.

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The molecular formula of vitamin B12 is C63H88CoN14O14P.

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Chicken, beef, fish, sweet potatoes and bananas are sources of vitamin B6.

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Clams, liver, dairy products, fish and meat are sources of vitamin B12.

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Vitamin B6 is beneficial in making hemoglobin and regulating blood pressure.

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Vitamin B12 is helpful in nervous system and cardiovascular system function.

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Microcytic anemia and chapped lips indicate vitamin B6 deficiency.

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Megaloblastic anemia refers to a deficiency of vitamin B12.

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Vitamin B6 is an essential factor in RBC metabolism and efficient functioning of the immune and nervous systems.

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Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin. which is found in bound form in animal products.

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Both vitamins are effective in reducing homo-cysteine levels in the blood.

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