VITAMIN B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin B5 is known as the “anti-stress” vitamin. B5 got its nickname because it is active in the adrenal glands helping to produce the hormones that control your stress response. And, so you don’t get sick from all the stress, B5 also helps with the formation of antibodies. You need to keep going when you’re stressed, right? B5 also helps to switch carbs, fats and proteins into energy and is a stamina enhancer. B5 acts as an essential part of coenzyme A. In fact, every cell in your body uses B5. Now you need to calm down and think straight. This is where B5 gets involved with the production of neurotransmitters. It can also be helpful in treating depression and anxiety. And once you’ve calmed down you can eat. B5 helps with the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
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DEFICIENCIES
A deficiency in B5 can cause chronic fatigue, headaches, nausea, vomiting, tingling in your hands, under-functioning adrenal glands, baldness, cramps, depression, dermatitis, hair loss, hypoglycemia, susceptibility to infections, intestinal disorders, premature greying and tooth decay.
SOURCES
Best sources include beef, brewer's yeast, eggs, fresh vegetables, kidney, legumes, liver, mushrooms, nuts, pork, royal jelly, saltwater fish, torula yeast, whole rye flour and whole wheat.
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