Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Vitamin B5 known also as pantothenic acid or the “anti-stress vitamin” is a member of vitamin B complex. Just like most of other B vitamins, pantothenic acid plays a role for producing energy by converting carbs we receive from foods into glucose. It is a water-soluble vitamin, which is absolutely essential for our healthy liver, eyes, hair, and skin, and also this natural component is vital for normal function of our nervous system. Fortunately, we can receive necessary amounts of pantothenic acid from what we eat as the food sources of vitamin B5 are numerous. Read the rest of this entry »