Overview
Coenzyme
involved in energy metabolism of…
Benefits
May
relieve stress and fatigue...
Natural
Sources
Avocados,
Bananas, Blue cheese…
How
to Use
Liquid:
the best form due to its high bioavailability...
Cautions
Consult
your doctor if you are hemophilia…
Deficiency
Excessive
fatigue, sleep disturbances, loss of…
Side
Effects
Diarrhea
– decrease dose – refer to your doctor…
Interactions
Tobacco
- Absorbs less of vitamin… |
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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.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Vitamin
B6 Pyridoxine Pyridoxal Phosphate 
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