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definition of Vitamin B6 and magnesium: Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a nutrient found in fish, meat and bananas. It is an essential vitamin, which means it can only be obtained through the diet. Vitamin B6 is important for the health of every cell in the body. Magnesium is an essential mineral that is needed for the health of every cell in the body. Some parents supplement a child's diet with a combination of vitamin B6 and magnesium as an alternative therapy for autism.
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