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Vitamin B-5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, helps to break down carbohydrates,
proteins and fats for energy. Some claims have been made that pantothenic acid
is effective for treatment of nerve damage, breathing problems, itching and other
skin problems, but these claims have not been proven in clinical trials.
Nutritionists categorize vitamins by the materials that a vitamin will dissolve in.
There are two categories: water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Water-soluble
vitamins, which include the B-complex group and vitamin C, travel through the
bloodstream. Whatever water-soluble vitamins are not used by the body are
eliminated in urine, which means you need a continuous supply of them in your
food. Vitamin B5 is a water-soluble vitamin.
How Much Pantothenic Acid Is Enough?
Lack of pantothenic acid in the diet is rare, so there is no recommended daily
intake for this vitamin. Often, pantothenic acid is included in B-complex
multivitamins. Normal daily intake of pantothenic acid for adults is 4 to 7 milligrams.
Sources of Pantothenic Acid
Peas and beans (except green beans)
Lean meat, poultry, fish
Whole-grain cereals
Can You Have Too Much or Too Little?
Pantothenic acid does not usually cause any side effects, although pregnant and
breastfeeding mothers should be careful to consume only the normal daily intake.
Vitamin Storage
If you want to get the most vitamins possible from your food, refrigerate fresh
produce and keep milk and grains away from strong light. Vitamins are easily
destroyed and washed out during food preparation and storage. If you take
vitamin supplements, store them at room temperature in a dry place that’s free
of moisture.
proteins and fats for energy. Some claims have been made that pantothenic acid
is effective for treatment of nerve damage, breathing problems, itching and other
skin problems, but these claims have not been proven in clinical trials.
Nutritionists categorize vitamins by the materials that a vitamin will dissolve in.
There are two categories: water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Water-soluble
vitamins, which include the B-complex group and vitamin C, travel through the
bloodstream. Whatever water-soluble vitamins are not used by the body are
eliminated in urine, which means you need a continuous supply of them in your
food. Vitamin B5 is a water-soluble vitamin.
How Much Pantothenic Acid Is Enough?
Lack of pantothenic acid in the diet is rare, so there is no recommended daily
intake for this vitamin. Often, pantothenic acid is included in B-complex
multivitamins. Normal daily intake of pantothenic acid for adults is 4 to 7 milligrams.
Sources of Pantothenic Acid
Peas and beans (except green beans)
Lean meat, poultry, fish
Whole-grain cereals
Can You Have Too Much or Too Little?
Pantothenic acid does not usually cause any side effects, although pregnant and
breastfeeding mothers should be careful to consume only the normal daily intake.
Vitamin Storage
If you want to get the most vitamins possible from your food, refrigerate fresh
produce and keep milk and grains away from strong light. Vitamins are easily
destroyed and washed out during food preparation and storage. If you take
vitamin supplements, store them at room temperature in a dry place that’s free
of moisture.