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INFORMATION ON VITAMIN B5 (CA-D-PANTOTHENATE)

B vitamins. It supports blood cell production and the conversion of food you eat into energy. Deficiency may lead to fatigue, headaches, and numbness in the hands and feet.

All B vitamins help you convert the protein, carbohydrates, and fats you eat into energy. B vitamins are also needed for healthy skin, hair, and eyes, proper functioning of the nervous system and liver, digestive tract health, making red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body as well as making sex and stress-related hormones in the adrenal glands.


POPULAR USE & PUBLISHED BENEFITS bbbb

  • Eczma
  • Skin irritation
  • Central Nervous System function
  • Sleep
  • Muscle cramps and supporting muscle coordination

WHOLE FOODS

  • Broccoli
  • Cruciferous vegetables
  • White and sweet potatoes
  • Wholegrains

RECOMMENDED USE

Infants 6 months and younger: 1.7 mg

Infants 7 to 12 months: 1.8 mg

Children 1-3 years: 2 mg

Children 4-8 years: 3 mg

Children 9-13 years: 4 mg

Children and adults 14 years or older: 5 mg

People who are pregnant: 6 mg

People who are breastfeeding: 7 mg