Micronutrient Role
Synthesis of Fatty acids, Cholesterol, Steroid hormone, acetylcholine, melatonin, bile salts, ketone bodies, heme
Metabolize drugs and toxins by liver
Essential nutrient
Signs & Contributors of Deficiency
*Deficiency is rare as it exists in a wide range of foods
Headache
Fatigue
Insomnia
Speech abnormalities
Intestinal disturbances
Hypochlorhydia
Tremors in hands and feet
Nausea
Restlessness
Irritable
Depression
Weakness
Postural
Hypotension
Recurrent upper respiratory infection
Adrenal function
My Supplement Recommendations:
Disease Prevention/Treatment
Poor wound healing
High Cholesterol
Graying of Hair
Nutrient Interaction
Copper deficiency increases B5 requirement
Drug interactions
Oral contraceptives
HMG CoA
Reductase inhibitors
Recommended Foods
Liver, Fish, Lobster, Eggs, Pork
Sunflower seeds,
Yogurt, Milk
Mushrooms, Peanuts,
Broccoli, Sweet Potato