Why Are All MakeWell Products B6-Free?

If you're taking multiple supplements to support your health journey, there's an important thing to know about Vitamin B6. While this essential nutrient is crucial for your body, getting too much from supplements can actually harm your health, and it's easier to overdose than you might think.

That's why every single MakeWell product has always been, and will continue to be, completely B6-free. Here's why this matters:

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is essential for energy, brain function, and immune health. You'll find it naturally in foods like chicken, fish, and bananas. It's also commonly added to supplements, energy drinks, and fortified foods.

When you're managing chronic health conditions, you might be taking several different supplements. Without realising it, you could be getting dangerous levels of B6 from:

• Your daily multivitamin

• B-complex supplements

• Sleep support formulas

• Energy or stress blends

• Immune support products

• Fortified cereals and drinks

All of these can add up quickly, potentially leading to B6 toxicity.

Too much Vitamin B6 from supplements, particularly from its inactive form, pyridoxin HCL, can cause symptoms that many people don't connect to their supplement routine:

• Numbness and tingling in your hands and feet

• Burning sensations in your limbs

• Difficulty with coordination

• Painful sensitivity to touch

• Nerve damage that can become permanent

These symptoms often develop gradually, making it hard to connect them to your supplements. Many people suffering from B6 toxicity don't realise their "health support" routine is actually making them feel worse.

At MakeWell, we recognised this important consideration from the outset. That's why we made a fundamental decision that sets us apart: every single one of our products is completely B6-free.

This isn't an oversight or cost-cutting measure; it's a deliberate choice to protect your health. Whether you're taking one MakeWell product or multiples from our range, you never have to worry about B6 accumulation from our supplements.

You might wonder: "But don't I need B6?" The answer is yes – but you're likely getting plenty from your regular diet. Foods such as poultry, fish, potatoes, and fortified cereals provide adequate B6 for most people.

When we do include B vitamins in our formulations (like in MTHFR-6 Support), we focus on the nutrients you actually need more of, in their most effective forms:

• Active folate (Quatrefolic®) for methylation support

• Methylcobalamin B12 for energy and nerve health

• Riboflavin-5-Phosphate for cellular energy

• Other essential B vitamins in bioavailable forms

This gives you comprehensive B vitamin support where you need it most, without the risk of B6 overload.

Add Up Your Total Intake: Check all your supplements, including multivitamins, B-complex formulas, energy drinks, and fortified foods. The B6 content can accumulate quickly across multiple products.

Know the Different Forms: Most supplements contain pyridoxine hydrochloride (pyridoxine HCl), the inactive form more commonly associated with toxicity. Pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P), the active form, may be better tolerated; however, even P5P can be problematic if the total intake is excessive.

Listen to Your Body and Get Support: If you've been taking high-dose B6 supplements for an extended period or're experiencing unexplained tingling, numbness, or nerve sensations, consult your healthcare provider. They can assess your supplement routine and determine whether testing your B6 levels would be helpful.

Choose B6-Free Options: For daily foundational supplements, consider B6-free products, such as MakeWell. This gives you the flexibility to add other supplements as needed without worrying about accumulation.

Every MakeWell formula is carefully crafted to give you exactly what your body needs for your specific health goals – nothing more, nothing less. Our B6-free approach reflects our commitment to precise, purposeful supplementation.

This thoughtful approach guides every aspect of our product development. We focus on providing targeted support where it's needed most, while avoiding unnecessary additions that could interfere with your health goals.

Your health journey deserves products designed with intention and care. That's our promise to you.

Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement regimen. If you're experiencing unexplained numbness, tingling, or nerve pain, speak with a healthcare professional to rule out B6 toxicity and other potential causes.