Vitamins - B15

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(also referred to as...)

Pangamic Acid

 
Description

Vitamin B15, or pangamic acid, is related to the B-complex vitamins. When first introduced, vitamin B15 had a reputation for increasing the energy levels of Russian athletes. However, this was not based on fact.

Vitamin B15 is classified as a B-complex vitamin as it is obtained from the same foods as B vitamins. It has similar functions to the antioxidant vitamin E and is enhanced by taking vitamin E and vitamin A. Research on B15 is limited, but it is known that B15 increases oxygenation in the cellular system and it is good for central nervous disorders and heart disease.


 

Ailments / Situations Where Used

Vitamin B15 may lower blood cholesterol levels and help prevent fatigue. It stimulates the immune system and helps synthesize protein. It may counteract liquor cravings and help wear off hangovers.

Vitamin B15 may prevent or alleviate asthma, angina, cirrhosis of the liver, and good for life extension of body cells.


 

Source

Ideal sources of B15 include apricot kernels, brewer's yeast, brown rice, Gingko Biloba seeds, poppy seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and whole grain cereals.


 

Optimal Absorption

Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner.


 

Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings

You may experience nausea if taking B15 supplements. This will disappear after a few days. To avoid this effect, supplement after the largest meal of the day.


 

Ailment / Situation Listing

Alcoholism

Central Nervous System Disorders

Fatigue

Hangover

Heart Disease

Weakened Immune System

 


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