Fat & sugar into energy
Vitamin B5 is also known as pantothenic acid or calcium pantothenate. Vitamin B5 is essential for the conversion of fat and sugar into energy, proper adrenal gland function and healthy skin and hair. It is also necessary for the proper utilization of PABA and choline. This is a water soluble vitamin which means that it cannot be stored by the body and must be replenished every day. It is found in the cells, is produced in the intestines by bacteria and is known to place a role on preventing depression.
Unfortunately, Vitamin B5 is lost in cooking water and is destroyed by heat or freezing. Acids and alkalis such as vinegar and baking soda also destroy this vitamin. It is necessary for the release of energy from carbohydrates, the synthesis and degradation of fatty acids and other acetylation reactions. It is also required for the production of steroid hormones, the adrenal glands’ production of hormones and nervous system function.
Vitamin B5 is important in maintaining a healthy digestive tract and it helps the body use other vitamins more effectively. Pantothenic acid may help to manage stress from psychological strain, migraines, chronic fatigue syndrome, and smoking and alcohol cessation. Pantothenic acid has long been known to be essential for consistent antibody production, for the production of diphtheria toxoid and hemagglutinating antibodies, and for vaccinations against tetanus, typhoid, or Asian influenza. Adding calcium-D-pantothenate to cultured human skin cells given an artificial wound increased the number of migrating skin cells and their speed of migration, effects likely to accelerate wound healing. The body converts pantothenic acid into a chemical called pantethine. When taken as a supplement, pantethine appears to lower the amount of lipids in the blood. A person with high cholesterol may see their level of total of cholesterol fall - including LDL ("bad") cholesterol - while at the same time increasing HDL ("good") cholesterol levels.
Dosage:
One to four capsules per day.
| Product Specifications: |
| Serving Size: 1 Capsule |
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| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
| Vitamin B5 (as pantothenic acid) | 500 | mg | 5000% |
| Calcium (as calcium pantothenate) | 45 | mg | 4% |
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| *Daily Value not established |
Other Ingredients:
Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (Vcap).
Contains no added starch, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, coloring, dairy products, flavoring or preservatives.
Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep out of reach of children. |
