VitaminNo.005
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Energy metabolism, hormone & fat synthesis.
Typical / RDA5 mg
Upper limitNone set
EvidenceLimited
How to take it
Timing MorningFood OptionalForm Pantothenate
What to know
Found in nearly all foods, so deficiency is very rare. Marketed for skin and energy with little supporting evidence in healthy people.
Interactions & cautions
- Low risk; benefit beyond a normal diet is unclear.
Do you actually need it?
Almost everywhere in food — supplementing is rarely necessary.
Reference values: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, adult general population. Educational information only — not medical advice. Confirm with a healthcare professional.