Is Pantothenic Acid Safe to Consume? A Comprehensive Guide
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According to the National Institutes of Health, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is generally safe, even at high doses. This essential water-soluble vitamin plays a crucial role in metabolism and is found in most foods, making a deficiency very rare. The main concern for consumers is determining the safety of supplemental forms, which can contain much higher concentrations than dietary intake.
