Herbs of Gold Vitamin B5 60 Capsules

Vitamin B5 500mg is a high strength vitamin B5 supplement available in a vegetable capsule and a convenient one-a-day dosage. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is essential to almost all forms of life. It is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins and is required for energy production. Vitamin B5 is involved in over 100 reactions in the production of lipids, cholesterol, steroid hormones, melatonin and the neurotransmitter acetylcholine Vitamin B5 helps maintain a healthy nervous system. Vitamin B5 is found in high concentrations in the adrenal cortex and plays an important role in adrenal gland function. Vitamin B5 is needed for the production of the adrenal hormone cortisol, which is involved in the body's stress response. Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.