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THE COMMON VITAMINS & HOW THEY CAN HELP: PANTOTHENIC ACID &VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE)
Pantothenic Acid
As a member of the B-complex vitamin group, pantothenic acid is required for the release of energy from food, the manufacture of some hormones, and proper functioning of the nervous system.
Deficiency of pantothenic acid is rare, but can occur as a result of severe alcohol dependence, severe injury, or severe illness. The most extreme cases of deficiency may result in a peptic ulcer.
Pantothenic acid is present in almost all vegetables, cereals, and animal foods. While there is no recommended daily allowance, the suggested daily intake is 4 to 7 mg.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
This is a water-soluble vitamin that has many essential roles, including regulating the synthesis of proteins from amino acids.
A deficiency of pyridoxine may cause weakness, irritability, depression, skin disorder, and anemia.
Good sources of pyridoxine include meats and poultry, fish, whole-grains, wheat germ, bananas, most fruits and vegetables, potatoes, and dried beans. The recommended daily allowance is 2 mg.
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalmin)
This vitamin is water-soluble, and it contains the mineral cobalt. It is essential for forming blood and the fatty sheath which surrounds the nerves, and in the construction of genetic material.
Strict vegetarians may become deficient, since meat is the primary source of this vitamin. The effects of vitamin B12 deficiency may include anemia, depression and loss of rnemory.
Foods rich in vitamin B12 include liver, beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, dairy products, eggs, oysters, and yeast. The recommended daily allowance is 2 mcg.
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