Pantothenic Acid (B5)
Needed to make and use energy and fats.
What is Pantothenic Acid (B5)?
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is a water-soluble vitamin used to make coenzyme A, which is essential for breaking down fats and carbohydrates for energy and for synthesizing key molecules like hormones.
Health benefits of Pantothenic Acid (B5)
- Helps release energy from food
- Needed to make fatty acids and certain hormones
- Supports healthy skin
Top food sources of Pantothenic Acid (B5)
See full rankingFound in almost all foods — especially meat, eggs, avocado, mushrooms and whole grains. Values shown per 100 g.
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S Complete Oat Bran Flakes
35 mg 700% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN COMPLETE Wheat Flakes
35 mg 690% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, Multi-Grain Cheerios
34 mg 690% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S PRODUCT 19
34 mg 672% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, Whole Grain TOTAL
33 mg 667% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, TOTAL Corn Flakes
33 mg 660% DV
Cereals ready-to-eat, Ralston Enriched Bran flakes
30 mg 596% DV
Formulated bar, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SNICKERS Marathon Double Chocolate Nut Bar
23 mg 452% DV
Formulated bar, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SNICKERS Marathon Honey Nut Oat Bar
23 mg 452% DV
Formulated bar, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SNICKERS Marathon Energy Bar, all flavors
23 mg 452% DV
Mushrooms, shiitake, dried
22 mg 438% DV
Pepeao, dried
21 mg 430% DV
How much Pantothenic Acid (B5) do you need?
The FDA Daily Value is 5 mg, comfortably met by almost any varied diet.
Pantothenic Acid (B5) deficiency
Deficiency is very rare because the vitamin is widespread in foods.
Nutrition data per 100 g from the USDA & FooDB databases. Daily Values follow the FDA 2016+ labeling standard for a 2,000-calorie diet. This guide is for general information and is not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does Pantothenic Acid (B5) do?
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is a water-soluble vitamin used to make coenzyme A, which is essential for breaking down fats and carbohydrates for energy and for synthesizing key molecules like hormones.
How much Pantothenic Acid (B5) do I need per day?
The FDA Daily Value is 5 mg, comfortably met by almost any varied diet.
Which foods are highest in Pantothenic Acid (B5)?
Per 100 g, some of the richest sources are Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S Complete Oat Bran Flakes, Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN COMPLETE Wheat Flakes, Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, Multi-Grain Cheerios, Cereals ready-to-eat, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S PRODUCT 19, Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, Whole Grain TOTAL.
What happens if I don't get enough Pantothenic Acid (B5)?
Deficiency is very rare because the vitamin is widespread in foods.