NOW Pantothenic Acid

Helps the body to metabolize fats, proteins, carbohydrates. Helps in tissue formation and to maintain good health. Pantothenic Acid is an essential member of the B-complex vitamins. Although pantothenic acid deficiency has been very rarely observed in humans, oral pantothenic acid therapy is accepted as an effective treatment. Pantothenic acid is often popular for those wishing to build red blood cells, stimulate tissue growth and enhance nerve function.

Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is essential to all life and is a component of coenzyme A (CoA), a molecule that is necessary for numerous vital chemical reactions to occur in cells. Pantothenic acid is essential to the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, as well as for the synthesis of hormones and cholesterol. The name pantothenic acid comes from the Greek word pantos, meaning "everywhere," referring to its wide distribution in most plants and animals. Rich food sources include meats, liver, kidney, fish/shellfish, chicken, vegetables, legumes, yeast, eggs, and milk. However, freezing and canning may lead to a loss of much of the pantothenic acid content. Whole grains are also a good source, although refining may degrade much of the pantothenic acid content.

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