PABA is Para-aminobenzoic acid, Dr. Abhay Kumar Pati

July 11, 2010 - PRLog -- PABA

DESCRIPTION
The full name of PABA is Para-aminobenzoic acid. Although regarded by some as the newest addition to the B-complex group of vitamins, it is actually a part of folic acid. PABA is essential for friendly bacteria to grow and has been suggested to have a cosmetic value, possibly retarding graying of the hair.
The role of PABA is not yet fully explored, but it is thought to be helpful for the metabolism of red blood cells and amino acids, as well as for healthy skin.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
       Because the action of PABA is not yet fully known, deficiency symptoms are also not known.

THERAPEUTIC USES
•    vitiligo (condition characterized by depigmentation of the skin)
•    scleroderma and lupus erythematosus, two severe skin disorders

REQUIRED NUTRITIONAL INTAKE
As yet there are no official guidelines regarding the daily intake of PABA.

BEST FOOD SOURCES
Not many specifics have been recorded about the amount of PABA in individual foods. However, liver, eggs, wheat germ and molasses are known to be good sources.

SAFETY
PABA is best taken with the other B vitamins but can be taken on its own if required. Dosages in excess of 8 g daily may result in constant itching and, more seriously, liver problems.

INTERACTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
None have been reported to date.  However, the dosages used in clinical trials for the treatment of scleroderma and lupus erythematosus were extremely high and should not be self-administered.

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Dr.Abhay Kumar Pati, Best Nutrition Products, Inc.Hayward, California, USA and Biotechayur, Odisha, India manufacturer of a large number of bestnutrition, glutathione, ashwagandha, gymnema, diabotica, gugul, psyllium, boswella, vitamins, minerals, Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal, nutritional supplements, phytochemicals, raw materials of standardized molecules of plants and fruit extracts. Dr. Abhay Kumar Pati, is a physician, author, entrepreneur and industrialist based in the United States, having ventures across the globe. Dr.Pati states that many of our health problems and diseases can be prevented, treated well with lifestyle, food habits and nutritional supplements. Most of the fruit contain ascorbic acid, enzymes, bioflavonoids, rich in minerals like chromium, potassium, and magnesium etc as well as B vitamins to amino acids.