Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Research, Benefits and Cautions.

Overview:
Vitamin B-5, otherwise known as pantothenic acid, is a coenzyme involved in energy metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Great sources of this vitamin include eggs, nuts, and whole-wheat products.

How This Vitamin Works in Your Body:
Helps normal growth and development
Helps release food energy
Could hasten healing of wounds in animals
May relieve stress
May lessen fatigue

The following may benefit most from this supplement:
Those with increased nutritional needs
Pregnant or breastfeeding women
Substance abusers
Those under prolonged stress
Those having undergone recent surgery
People with vigorous physical activity levels

Where This Vitamin is Found:
Avocados
Bananas
Blue cheese
Broccoli
Chicken
Collard greens
Eggs
Lentils
Liver
Lobster
Meats, all kinds
Milk
Oranges
Peanut butter
Peanuts
Peas
Soybeans
Sunflower seeds
Wheat germ
Whole-grain products

How to Use:
Available as:
Liquid: the best form due to its high bioavailability and fast absorption. Always choose liquid as your first choice when supplementing your diet.

Tablets: available

Recommended Daily Intakes
Men: 5 mg
Women: 5 mg
Pregnancy: 5 mg
Lactation: 5 mg

Cautions:
Consult your doctor if you have:
Hemophilia

Over 55:
No problems should occur.

Pregnancy:
Keep within DRI. Always consult doctor during pregnancy.

Breastfeeding:
Keep within DRI. Always consult doctor during lactation.

Storage:
Heat and/or moisture may alter the vitamin. Refrigeration is recommended.

Symptoms of Deficiency:
Symptoms include excessive fatigue, sleep disturbances, loss of appetite, nausea or dermatitis. However, these symptoms are rare and if they occur, they may indicate other B vitamin deficiencies.

Side Effects:
Reaction or effect : What to do
Diarrhea : Decrease dose. Refer to your doctor soon.

Interactions:
Interacts with : Combined effect
Levodopa : Vitamin may reduce effect of medicine.
Tobacco : Absorbs less of vitamin.

 


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