Pantothenic Acid: Vitamin B5 for cognitive performance
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B6) is a water-soluble vitamin of the B group and plays an important role in a variety of physiological, especially metabolic, processes in the body (e.g. function of the immune system, memory performance, energy metabolism and nervous system).
Which foods contain pantothenic acid?
Pantothenic acid is found in many foods, especially organ meats (e.g. liver), whole grain products and eggs.
How much pantothenic acid is needed daily?
The German Society for Nutrition (DGE) recommends a daily intake of 6 mg for adults. This amount is contained in approximately 500 g of pork, 250 g of soybeans or 700 g of oat flakes.
What are the effects of a pantothenic acid deficiency?
Pantothenic acid deficiency symptoms are rare and lead to symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, skin changes (dry, cracked), poor wound healing and “burning feet syndrome”, in which those affected suffer from painful burning feet, especially at night.