Vitamin B5 for hair and nails: the secret revealed by my expert girlfriend
You've probably been in one of those meetings where everyone has the same problem.
That's what happened the other day to my girlfriend Janet, a nutrition expert and my research partner in vitamin issues.
She was with her friends and two of them started complaining about her hair and nails.
One said, “I’m going bald,” and the other, hiding her hands: “I’m ashamed of my split nails .”
Janet listened attentively. When they finished venting, she said: “Have you used Vitamin B5 for your hair and nails?”
Vitamin B5 for hair and nails: why is it effective?
So Janet began to explain to them the benefits of vitamin B5 , known as pantothenic acid or panthenol.
“Imagine your hair and nails are like a wilted plant. Vitamin B5 is like water and nutrients that revive it, leaving it strong, shiny and full of life ,” she told them.
Then he explained the benefits further:
For hair:
- Stimulates growth: prolongs the active growth phase of the hair, allowing it to grow longer and fuller.
- Prevents hair loss : Strengthens the hair follicle and the collagen that surrounds it.
- Provides shine and prevents split ends : acts as a protective shield for each strand, preventing damage and split ends.
- Deeply Hydrates : Attracts and retains moisture, leaving hair soft and manageable.
For nails:
- Stronger and more flexible : it acts as a natural glue, joining the layers of the nail and making them more resistant. This prevents them from bending or breaking easily.
- Improves your appearance : nails look more uniform and healthy.
- They grow faster : Vitamin B5 stimulates the production of new cells in the nail root. It is like a special fertilizer for them to grow faster and stronger.
How does vitamin B5 work?
Her friends were fascinated and one of them asked: “But how does this vitamin work?”
Janet smiled and explained, “ Vitamin B5 is converted into something called Coenzyme A, which is essential for the body to convert food into energy, build and repair tissues, including our hair and nails.”
Plus, it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which means it not only repairs existing damage, but also protects against future damage.
It's like having a protective shield and a 24/7 repair team on your hair and nails.
How do I get vitamin B5 ?
The friends were fascinated. “And where can we find this miracle vitamin other than in shampoos, body washes or nail polishes?” asked one.
Janet told them: “It's closer than you think.”
He explained to them that vitamin B5 is found in many common foods:
- Meats, especially organ meats
- Fish and seafood
- Eggs and dairy products
- Whole grains and legumes
- Avocado and broccoli
- Mushrooms
“But that’s not all, you can also find it in many organic hair and skin care products. Look for panthenol on the ingredient list.”
Finally, he recommended to them:
- Avoid drinking too much alcohol, because it affects the absorption of B vitamins.
- Control stress with yoga or meditation
- And exercise regularly.
“And if you still feel like you need an extra boost, try the supplement, Serena, which not only has vitamin B5, but also magnesium glycinate, Sensoril® Ashwagandha and other ingredients to manage chronic stress and its effects on nails and hair.”
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