Apollo's Hegemony

P5P 120 tab.

• Vitamin B6 in a metabolically active form
• Helps in counteracting vitamin B6 deficiency
• High bioavailability

Apollo's Hegemony P5P is a dietary supplement containing vitamin B6 in the enzymatic, metabolically active form of pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P-5-P). Unlike the commonly used pyridoxine hydrochloride, P-5-P is the active form and does not require prior conversion in the liver, to exhibit its activity in the body.

Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble substance that belongs to the B vitamins. Fish, red meat, offal, and whole-grain products, legumes, and brown rice are the main dietary sources of this vitamin. The demand for vitamin B6 increases in people over 50 years of age, and in pregnant and nursing women. Deficiencies of this component are influenced by alcohol abuse and smoking.

Vitamin B6 is a cofactor for many enzymes involved in normal energy metabolism, and in the metabolism of protein and glycogen. It also promotes the proper functioning of the nervous system and favors the maintenance of optimal psychological functions, which is associated with its participation in the synthesis of neurotransmitters. Vitamin B6 also participates in the production of red blood cells and cysteine. Its proper supply has a significant effect on hormonal activity (especially within steroid hormones metabolism), as well as on normal homocysteine metabolism.

In conclusion, Apollo's Hegemony P5P is a dietary supplement containing an active and easily absorbed form of vitamin B6, recommended to supplement the diet with this ingredient.