Also Known as:   Vitamin B-5, Calcium Pantothenate,                             Pantethine

Pantothenic Acid Facts
Pantothenic Acid is a water-soluable vitamin used by the body to make a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. This essential nutrient is involved in producing, transporting, and releasing energy from fats, and synthesis of cholesterol relies on pantothenic acid. People who are alcoholics may be deficient in this nutrient.

How Pantothenic Acid Works
Pantothenic Acid, along with Vitamins B-1, B-2, and B-3, work together to make ATP, the fuel our bodies use. It also activates the adrenals, releasing hormones like cortisol, which counteracts stress and boosts energy. Pantothenic acid helps lower cholesterol and triglycerides. Along with biotin, they work to produce enzymes that initiate many bodily functions, and they assist with treatment of diseases.

Possible Benefits

• Boosts energy and athletic performance
• Helpful with rheumatoid arthritis
• Lowers cholesterol and triglycerides
• Combats stress
• Important for serotonin production
• Accelerates healing after surgery
• Helps with chronic heartburn and migraines
• Promotes a healthy central nervous system
• Helps with chronic heartburn and migraines
• Helps body metabolize carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
• May help with allergies
• May reduce nasal congestion
• Helps acne
• Aids with lupus

Usage Guidelines
No adverse side effects known. Common dosage is 10-25 mg. Dosages above several grams or more may cause diarrhea.

Some Natural Sources
Liver, yeast, salmon, meats, vegetables, dairy products, eggs, and grains