COMMON VITAMINS: PANTOTHENIC ACID
Vitamin B5. Calcium Pantothenate. Measured in milligrams (mg.).
Functions
Involved in all vital functions of the body. Stimulates adrenal glands and increases production of cortisone and other adrenal hormones. Primarily used as an anti-stress factor. Protects against most physical and mental stresses and toxins. Increases vitality. Wards off infections and speeds recovery from ill health. Helps in maintaining normal growth and development of the central nervous system. Can help prevent premature aging, especially wrinkles and other signs of aging. Can help protect against damage caused by excessive radiation.
Deficiency symptoms
Deficiency can cause chronic fatigue, increased tendency for infections, graying and loss of hair, mental depression, irritability, dizziness, muscular weakness, stomach distress and constipation. May lead to skin disorders, retarded growth, painful and burning feet, insomnia, muscle cramps, adrenal exhaustion, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and low blood pressure. Considered to be one of the causes of allergies and asthma.
Natural sources
Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, wheat bran, royal jelly, whole-grain breads and cereals, green vegetables, peas and beans, peanuts, crude molasses, liver and egg yolk.
MDR (minimum daily requirement):
Not established, but estimated to be between 30 to 50 mg. a day. In some studies, 1,000 mg. and more were given daily for six months without side effects. Usual therapeutic doses 50 to 200 mg. Note: It is considered that folic acid helps in the assimilation of pantothenic acid.
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