Pantothenate also called Pantothenic acid, or vitamin B5(a B vitamin), is a water-soluble vitamin. Pantothenic acid plays vital roles in energy production from foodstuffs.
Pantothenate is a component of coenzyme A, which is indispensable for two-carbon unit metabolism (acetyl groups). Acetyl groups are involved in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and other compounds, as well as synthesis of fats, cholesterol, steroid hormones, porphyrin and phospholipids.
Deficiency symptoms:
Pantothenate deficiency symptoms are thought to be uncommon because of widespread distribution in all foodstuffs. However, human deficiency symptoms may include fatigue, depression, burning feet, dermatitis, burning or pain of arms and legs, anorexia, nausea, indigestion, irritability, mental depression, fainting, hair loss, increased heart rate, and susceptibility to infection.
Repletion Information:
Dietary sources richest in Pantothenate (per serving) include:
- Nutritional supplements
- Meats
- Whole Grain Products
- Vegetables
- Seeds
- Nutritional Yeasts
- Legumes
- Wheat Germ
- Nuts
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