B6 Toxicity and Me

31/05/2026

Did you know the TGA advises healthcare practitioners to consider vitamin B6 toxicity in patients presenting with symptoms of peripheral neuropathy?

Symptoms can include:
⚡ Tingling or pins and needles
⚡ Numbness
⚡ Burning sensations
⚡ Balance difficulties
⚡ Electric shock sensations

One challenge is that vitamin B6 is not routinely included in standard blood tests.

Nobody can tell whether you're vitamin B6 deficient or vitamin B6 toxic by looking at you.
Not a chemist.
Not a chiropractor.
Not a massage therapist.
Not a supplement label.
And not Dr Google.

The only way to know whether your vitamin B6 level is too low, normal or too high, is through appropriate blood testing interpreted by your healthcare professional.

If you're experiencing unexplained neurological symptoms, make sure all supplements are part of the conversation. Multiple products can contribute to your total daily B6 intake.
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30/05/2026

🎯 Day 28 of 30 Days of B6 Toxicity Facts

Only a blood test can determine whether your B6 level is low, normal, or elevated.

Did you know the TGA advises healthcare practitioners to consider vitamin B6 toxicity in patients presenting with symptoms of peripheral neuropathy?

Symptoms can include:

⚡ Tingling or pins and needles
⚡ Numbness
⚡ Burning sensations
⚡ Balance difficulties
⚡ Electric shock sensations

One challenge is that vitamin B6 is not routinely included in standard blood tests.

And here's something important:

Nobody can tell whether you're vitamin B6 deficient or vitamin B6 toxic by looking at you.

Not a chemist.

Not a chiropractor.

Not a massage therapist.

Not a supplement label.

And not Dr Google.

The only way to know whether your vitamin B6 level is too low, too high, or within range is through appropriate blood testing interpreted by your healthcare professional.

If you're experiencing unexplained neurological symptoms, make sure all supplements are part of the conversation. Multiple products can contribute to your total daily B6 intake.

A blood test is the only way to know if you are deficient, within range or toxic.

⚠️ Awareness only – not medical advice.

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🎙️ B6 Toxicity and Me – Diagnosis Stories Podcast available on major podcast platforms.

30/05/2026

Day 27: Supplement Stacking

Many people assume vitamin B6 toxicity comes from taking one high-dose supplement.

My experience was different.

A multivitamin here.
A magnesium supplement there.
A protein powder.
An electrolyte drink.
A sleep formula.
A fortified food.

Individually, they didn't seem concerning. Together, they added up.

This is known as supplement stacking — and it's one of the reasons vitamin B6 toxicity can be so difficult to recognise.

In today's B6 Toxicity Fact, I explore how multiple products can contribute to your daily B6 intake and why it's important to check every supplement and fortified product you're using.

Vitamin B6 is an essential nutrient, but more isn't always better.

📖 My own journey with B6 toxicity inspired me to write B6 Toxicity and Me, a book about diagnosis, recovery, and the lessons I learned along the way. The podcast is now out on all Podcast Streaming Services.

🔸 Check your supplements
🔸 Check your protein products
🔸 Check your electrolyte drinks
🔸 Check your fortified foods



Reminder: This post shares consumer awareness information and personal experience. It is not medical advice. If you have health concerns, please speak with a qualified healthcare professional.

30/05/2026

Day 27 B6 Toxicity Facts: Supplement Stacking

Many people assume vitamin B6 toxicity comes from taking one high-dose supplement.

My experience was different.

A multivitamin here.
A magnesium supplement there.
A protein powder.
An electrolyte drink.
A sleep formula.
A fortified food.

Individually, they didn't seem concerning. Together, they added up.

This is known as supplement stacking — and it's one of the reasons vitamin B6 toxicity can be so difficult to recognise.

In today's B6 Toxicity Fact, I explore how multiple products can contribute to your daily B6 intake and why it's important to check every supplement and fortified product you're using.

Vitamin B6 is an essential nutrient, but more isn't always better.

📖 My own journey with B6 toxicity inspired me to write B6 Toxicity and Me, a book about diagnosis, recovery, and the lessons I learned along the way.

🔸 Check your supplements
🔸 Check your protein products
🔸 Check your electrolyte drinks
🔸 Check your fortified foods



Reminder: This post shares consumer awareness information and personal experience. It is not medical advice. If you have health concerns, please speak with a qualified healthcare professional.

26/05/2026

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26/05/2026

The new episode of B6 Toxicity and Me Diagnosis Stories has landed.

A huge thank you to Laurie Coker for sharing her story and taking the time to join me today.

Laurie is an educator, instructional designer, writer, and creator of the multisensory learning app MagicSpells. In this episode we discuss her vitamin B6 toxicity diagnosis journey, neurological symptoms, hidden B6 exposure, public awareness, and the challenges many people face trying to find answers to unexplained symptoms.

Available now on podcast streaming platforms.

🎧 Spotify:
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📘 My book “B6 Toxicity and Me” is available worldwide on Amazon:
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This podcast shares personal experiences and consumer awareness information and is not medical advice.

23/05/2026

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23/05/2026

Apparently “feeling a bit rundown” and “grabbing a vitamin at Aldi” was basically one of my personality traits before my B6 toxicity diagnosis 😅

Today I checked a few everyday supermarket supplements and found vitamin B6 levels ranging from 10 mg to 50 mg per serve — all carrying the TGA warning for peripheral neuropathy.

Vitamin B6 is essential, but many people don’t realise it can appear across multiple products at once.

Check your labels friends… because apparently adulting now includes reading the fine print on vitamins 👀

Reference: Healthdirect Australia – Vitamin B6 Toxicity
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/vitamin-b6-toxicity

23/05/2026

DAY 26 – B6 Toxicity Facts

🛒 Real World Examples

Today I walked into Aldi to see how much vitamin B6 appears in ordinary supermarket supplements.

Vitamin B6 can appear in a wide range of everyday products — often at levels many consumers may not expect.

Examples found:
• Activated B Complex – 36.5 mg P5P (equivalent to 25 mg B6)
• Men’s High Potency Multivitamin – 16.2 mg P5P (equivalent to 10 mg B6)
• Women’s High Potency Multivitamin – 60.776 mg pyridoxine HCl (equivalent to 50 mg B6)
• Vitamin B+C Effervescent – 12.2 mg pyridoxine HCl (equivalent to 10 mg B6)

All of these products carry the Australian TGA warning for vitamin B6.

“WARNING - Stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible. (Contains vitamin B6)"

Healthdirect Australia states that excess vitamin B6 from supplements can affect the nervous system and may cause peripheral neuropathy, including tingling, burning or numbness.

If you have these symptoms and have been taking products containing B6 it is important to see your GP and request a B6 Blood test as soon as possible.

Recommended dietary intake for most adults is approximately 1.3–2 mg/day (including pregnancy and breastfeeding).

⚠️ General information only. Always speak with your healthcare professional regarding your individual situation.

21/05/2026

B6 Toxicity and Me Podcast: Ep 3 John

John Shares his B6 Toxicity Journey with us.

Thank you for sharing.

https://youtu.be/9ztA5bf9DjA

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