Also referred to as Pantothenic acid

Is a water soluble vitamin and is an essential nutrient

Is a necessary component in the formation of coenzyme-A

Source:
   -    Meat
   -    Eggs
   -    Whole grain cereals
   -    Rice
   -    Alfalfa
   -    Broccoli
   -    Avocados
   -    Is in almost all foods in small quantities
   -    many others

Functions

   -    Production of coenzyme-A   (C0A)
   -    Energy
   -    Metabolism
   -    Production of carbohydrates
   -    Production of fats
   -    Production of proteins
   -    Essential for life
   -    Essential for pregnancy

Deficiencies of this vitamin

   -    Fatigue
   -    Irritability
   -    Muscle cramps
   -    Hypoglycemia
   -    others

Toxicity is very unlikely