VITAMIN B10
INTRODUCTION
B10 is a water soluble vitamin that is destroyed under the influence of
high temperatures. It has been known since 1863, but the properties of
this vitamin are only found in the first half of the 20th century.
One of the most important functions is that it supports the work of
other vitamins as well as the formation of folic acid, so its absorption
increases the effectiveness of vitamin C and other vitamins Bs.
WHAT IS VITAMIN B10?
Vitamin B10 (or vitamin Bx) is an alternative name for the organic
compound PABA(Para-Aminobenzoic Acid), a white crystalline substance.
It’s considered part of the vitamin B complex, although it’s not a vitamin
nor an essential nutrient. It’s found in brewer’s yeast, organ meat,
mushrooms, whole grains, and spinach.
Your body can also synthesize the compound using certain bacteria in your
gut. PABA then assists in the production of folate (vitamin B9). Yet, the
amount of folate produced is inadequate to meet your needs, so you need to
obtain it from other dietary sources.
CHEMISTRY
Vitamin B10: para -aminobenzoic acid (PABA), a chemical component of
the folate molecule produced by plants and bacteria, and found in many
foods. It is best known as a UV -blocking sunscreen applied to the skin, and
is sometimes taken orally for certain medical conditions.
VITAMIN B10 DOSAGE
Amounts of vitamin B10 are measured in milligrams (mg). There is no
required daily dose of B10, but it is assumed to be between 2-4 mg. B
complex formulations and high-quality multivitamins contain between
30 and 100 mg. Also available as a supplement, it is sold in B complex
capsules in doses of 30 mg to 1000mg, with ordinary and gradual
release. Usually the intake of B10 is dne three times a day, 30 to 100 mg
at a time.
FOOD SOURCES OF VITAMIN B10
Food sources with vitamin B10 (PABA) includes
liver, eggs, molasses, brewer’s yeast, rice,
wheat germ, yogurt, mushrooms and spinach.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF VITAMIN B10
Acts as an antioxidant
Vitamin B10 has antioxidant properties which helps
to reduce levels of free radicals in the body.
Free radicals are damaging to the cells of the body
and can lead to many health conditions
PREVENTS SKIN DAMAGE
Vitamin B10 is important for skin health
and can protect the skin from UV rays and
toxic chemicals which the skin may be exposed
to from pollutants all of which can damage skin.
PABA can be found in a range of skin products such as lotions and
sunscreens and used for skin benefits. It has anti-aging effects for the skin,
used for diminishing wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots
(hyperpigmentation).
RETAIN COLOR OF THE HAIR
it has the ability to retain natural hair color for longer. Its action
prevents early appearance of white hair and graying hair. Additionally, it
manages to improve the growth of your hair.
It is argued that the combination of folic acid and B10 can help return
the natural color of gray hair. Evidence for this has so far ben seen only
in animals, but is unlikely to hurt if you test this combination with hair
dye. This could take about 1000 mg of it a day, six days a week.
Another one of the beneficial properties of vitamin B10 is its ability to of
wrinkles. For people who use penicillin, it is advisable to increase their
intake of relieve the pain of burns. It keeps skin healthy and smooth and
delays the appearance parabens from natural foods and supplements.
LACK OF VITAMIN B10
The most common health problems when there is a lack of vitamin B10 in the
body are as follows;
headache problems
Disturbances in the digestive system
anemia problem
fatigue problem
Nervous and stressful structure Increased graying of hair
Formation of white patches on the skin
OVERDOSE OF VITAMIN B10
No evidence of toxicity in overdosing with vitamin B10 exists, but it is not
advisable to take large doses of vitamins continuously. Among the identified
symptoms of excessive use of B10 are nausea and vomiting, diarrhea and
other gastrointestinal problems.
TOXICITY SYMPTOMS OF VITAMIN
B10
Symptoms of vitamin B10 are likely to manifest due to high supplemental
intake.
The following are signs and symptoms of too much vitamin B10:
Nausea
Liver malfunction
Skin rashes
Vomiting
Liver disease Hepatitis
Jaundice
TOXICITY SYMPTOMS OF VITAMIN
B10
Increased Vitamin C requirements
Breathing problems
Hypothyroid
Increase need for vitamin B6
Reduce estrogen breakdown by the liver
Reduce effect of some antibiotics
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS OF VITAMIN B10
Signs and symptoms of vitamin B10
deficiency include:
Fatigue
Depression
Nervousness
Irritability
Inflammatory diseases
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS OF VITAMIN
B10
Delayed growth in children
Skin disorders
Peyronie’s disease (curved penis)
Skin rashes
Eczema
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