What are the Benefits of pantothenic acid?

Pantothenic acid exists in most majority of animals and plants. In the 1930s, scientists isolated this substance from the liver of animals, and then in the 1940s, scientists further recognized the benefits of pantothenic acid, confirmed its chemical structure, and successfully synthesized it artificially.

The best sources of pantothenic acid are liver, kidney, rice bran, egg yolk, peanuts, and beans. Sweet potatoes and various types of wheat also contain it.

Green plants can synthesize it through photosynthesis, and microorganisms in the stomachs of ruminant animals such as cows and sheep can also synthesize it. Mold, bacteria, and yeast can produce it, and human gut microorganisms can synthesize it, so there is no shortage of it.

Human’s daily requirement for pantothenic acid is about 8 milligrams, while normal individuals contain 35 micrograms of pantothenic acid per 100 milliliters of blood.

Benefits of pantothenic acid

People usually get the benefits of pantothenic acid through oral and external application.

1.Orally taken

Oral administration can involve it in the production of energy in the body and control the catabolism of fat. It is an essential nutrient for the brain and nerves. It can help the secretion of stress hormones (steroids) in the body and maintain skin and hair health. Besides, it can assist in cell formation, maintain normal development and central nervous system development. It is very important to maintain the normal function of the adrenal gland.

What’s more, it is an essential substance when fats and sugars are converted into energy. It is an essential substance for antibody synthesis and utilization of aminobenzoic acid and choline.

2.Externally application

Using it to apply to the face can generally replenish moisture and increase elasticity. Besides, it can also have anti-itching and anti-inflammatory effects and can improve facial roughness and dark yellow symptoms.

When applying facial makeup, it is generally not recommended to exceed 10 minutes. Try to avoid prolonged facial application, because it may cause skin sensitivity. Maintain facial hygiene and cleanliness in daily life. You can persist in washing your face in the morning and evening, and do a good job of moisturizing your face after washing.

Who should supplement pantothenic acid?

Since there are so many benefits of pantothenic acid, who should supplement it? Before answering this question, it is necessary to clarify the symptoms of a lack of pantothenic acid. Because pantothenic acid is easily obtained in food, simple pantothenic acid deficiency caused by dietary factors in humans is very rare.

During World War II, a type of "burning foot syndrome" was prevalent among prisoners of war in the Philippines, Japan, and Myanmar, resulting in numbness and a burning sensation in the feet. Although they still lack multiple nutrients, this special symptom only responds to pantothenic acid and is therefore believed to be related to pantothenic acid deficiency. Therefore, if you feel a tingling sensation in your hands and feet or a burning sensation, it means you need to supplement it.

Besides, because smoking can accelerate the consumption of nutrients and inhibit the absorption and utilization of nutrients by the human body, smokers need to supplement it extra.

People who drink excessively may also be prone to a lack of pantothenic acid over the long term, so it is best to consume extra. It is also recommended that patients with rheumatoid arthritis consume 1 milligram per day to alleviate the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.

Finally, women who frequently take birth control pills should pay attention to their intake as they can affect the body's absorption of pantothenic acid.

Who should not supplement pantothenic acid?

Although there are so many benefits of pantothenic acid, people with the following issues should not supplement it.

On one hand, patients with severe gastrointestinal bleeding should not supplement with pantothenic acid. It belongs to acidic water-soluble vitamins, and long-term use can cause erosion of the gastric mucosa, increase the burden and burden on the gastrointestinal tract, and may lead to symptoms such as gastric acid reflux.

On the other hand, elderly people who are too old will have a relatively lower absorption and intake rate of it, but the side effects on the liver and kidneys will be relatively increased, so it is not suitable for elderly people to take it.

Conclusion

This article mainly talks about where can pantothenic acid be found, how can we get the benefits of pantothenic acid, and some precautions. Now you must know the symptoms if you lack this substance and how to supplement it.