Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) is actively involved in: The release of energy from essential nutrients, as well as other vitamins, especially vitamin B2. Increased levels of cortisol and other adrenal hormones that are important for the skin and nerves. Cell building and development of the central nervous system. Maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal tract. Increasing the body's resistance to stress. Reducing the toxic effect of many antibiotics. In protection against premature aging and the formation of wrinkles.

Deficit

With a lack of vitamin B5, all organ systems suffer, primarily the central nervous system, the musculoskeletal system, the gastrointestinal tract, the skin and the excretory system. There are burning toes, lethargy, apathy, fatigue. There are various peeling, rashes and spots on the skin. There are problems with vision and hearing, fragility and fragility of hair and nails, pain in the muscles.

Excess

An excess of the vitamin is rarely observed because it is not toxic. possible side effects - dehydration, rapid pulse, insomnia.

Sources of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)

The vitamin is found almost everywhere: in animal products, legumes, whole grains. Its best sources are egg yolk, kidneys, liver, yeast. Significant quantities contain broccoli, lean beef, milk, peas, hazelnuts, buckwheat, oatmeal, cauliflower, fish caviar.

Interesting!

Pantothenic acid gets its name from the Greek word pantothene, which means everywhere, due to its extremely wide distribution.

Daily requirement

Infants
0-3 mo.2 mg
5-7 mo.2 mg
8-12 mo.3 mg
Children
1-3 yr4 mg
3-7 yr4 mg
7-11 yr5 mg
Men
11-14 yr5 mg
14-18 yr6 mg
>19 yr7 mg
Women
11-14 yr5 mg
14-18 yr6 mg
>19 yr7 mg