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Vitamin B-5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Preventive Intake: 125-150 mg
Benefits:
- Ensures optimal energy levels in the body.
- Necessary for wound healing.
- Maintain immune system defense.
- Important for manufacturing adrenal hormones.
- Converts proteins, carbohydrates and fats into energy.
- Facilitates weight loss.
- Prevents fatigue.
- Decreases inflammation.
- Used in the treatment of gout and osteoarthritis.
Deficiencies May Cause: Weakness, depression, decreased resistance to infection, burning feet, dermatitis, nausea, indigestion, hair loss, increased heart rate, fainting and fatigue.
Food Sources: Meat, poultry, nuts, seeds, whole grains, eggs, yeast and vegetables.