Vitamins - Para-Aminobenzoic Acid or PABA

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Vitamins - Para-Aminobenzoic Acid or PABA
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(also referred to as...)

PABA

 
Description

Para-aminobenzoid acid is a water soluble vitamin that functions more like a chemical in the body. This coenzyme is a basic component of folic acid, aids in the absorption of pantothenic acid (B5), and is involved in the chemical breakdown and utilization of protein.

PABA assists in the formation of red blood cells and helps maintain a healthy digestive system and intestinal flora. It is also an antioxidant and protects against sunburn and, possibly, skin cancer. In turn, PABA is good for maintaining healthy skin. This nutrient may help restore colour in and help prevent the greying of hair.


 

Ailments / Situations Where Used

Conditions that PABA may help prevent include depression, fatigue, irritability, nervousness, skin cancers, and stomach cancers.


 

Source

Food sources include brewer's yeast, beef liver, eggs, fish, kidneys, lecithin, molasses, mushrooms, peanuts (not a recommended source), soybeans, spinach, whole brains.

PABA is also available in most B-Complex vitamins and multi-vitamin/mineral supplements.


 

Optimal Absorption

If supplementing, take in capsule or liquid form for optimal absorption.


 

Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings

Toxicity can occur when taking high doses over an extended period of time. Effects include nausea and vomiting.


 

Ailment / Situation Listing

Depression

Fatigue

Greying Hair

Irritability

Nervousness

Skin Cancer

Stomach Cancer

 

 

 


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