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Trace elements are complex organic substances that come from food. They are needed for normal functionality, growth and development of the body. Vitamin B10 is considered one of the essential elements. It is also called para-aminobenzoic acid. The trace element was discovered at the end of the 19th century, but its effect on the human body is still little known.
What does the body need vitamin B10 for?
Vitamin B10 has some properties of vitamins, but it has one main difference - it is fully or partially synthesized in the body. It cannot be replaced, so some part must necessarily come from the external environment.
Vitamin B10 is required for such processes:
- stimulation of lactation;
- growth and reproduction of beneficial bacteria;
- health and beauty of hair, nail plates;
- production of thyroid hormones;
- maintaining youthfulness of the skin;
- the production of collagen fibers;
- participation in lipid, carbohydrate and protein metabolism;
- protection from the harmful effects of sunlight;
- correct growth and development;
- preventing the formation of blood clots;
- increasing the degree of assimilation of other microelements;
- providing sunscreen action.
Para-aminobenzoic acid is characterized by pronounced antioxidant, immunostimulating, antiviral and antiallergic effects. If the amount of this element is always normal, it will be possible to avoid the development of stroke, anemia, venous thrombosis, atherosclerosis, oncological pathologies, early aging of the skin and cirrhosis of the liver.
Vitamin B10 supplements are recommended for:
- with increased mental or physical stress; growth retardation;
- with the development of anemia against the background of a lack of folic acid;
- in case of post-traumatic contracture;
- with arthritis;
- with sclerodermatitis;
- against the background of Peyronie's disease;
- with increased photosensitivity of the skin;
- with sunburn;
- with vitiligo;
- with diffuse alopecia.
Prevention is indicated when gray hair appears ahead of time, severe hair loss, increased fragility of the nail plates, eczema and dermatitis, the formation of cracks on the lips.
What vitamin B10 contains
Paraminobenzoic acid or vitamin B10 must be ingested daily. The daily dose is 100 mg. If hypo- or beriberi is being treated, then its amount is increased to 4 g.
Vitamin B10 is found in various foods. The greatest amount is observed in yeast, offal, chicken eggs and whole cow's milk. In addition, there is a trace element in spinach, wheat, potatoes, carrots, and white cabbage. In small doses, the compound is present in nuts, seeds, cereals, cottage cheese and cheese.
Remarkably, vitamin B10 is considered to be resistant to heating processes.Even after heat treatment of food, its amount remains unchanged.
Vitamin B10 norm
Vitamin B10 is still poorly understood, so it is difficult to say exactly how much a person needs per day. But there is an opinion that it should be consumed up to 100 mg daily. If there are symptoms of a deficiency or an inflammatory disease, then the dosage is increased to 4 g.
Deficiency and excess of vitamin B10
The presence of pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract, poor nutrition can lead to a lack of vitamin B10.
It is known that water, temperatures above 180 degrees and alcohol contribute to the destruction of this trace element. Also, a deficiency can be observed after prolonged use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hormones, antibiotics.
Hypo- or vitamin deficiency in this case will manifest itself in the following symptoms:
- brittleness, loss of shine, and profuse hair loss;
- disruption of the digestive tract;
- persistent headaches, dizziness;
- premature appearance of gray hair;
- increased fatigue;
- a decrease in the amount of milk in a lactating woman;
- developmental lag in children;
- nervousness, depression;
- frequent occurrence of sunburn;
- the formation of age spots on the body;
- decreased libido.
With a lack of vitamin B10, the risk of blood clots and stroke increases. To prevent unfavorable processes, a person is recommended to establish nutrition. If this is not possible, doctors prescribe special agents and dietary supplements.
Excess is also dangerous to human health. Long-term use of food supplements leads to the appearance of signs of hypervitaminosis. This process is accompanied by:
- disruption of the thyroid gland;
- the appearance of pain in the right side;
- nausea and urge to vomit;
- bowel disorder.
If you do not pay attention to the symptoms in time, this will lead to fatty infiltration of the liver and kidneys, disruption of the heart muscle.
It is more difficult to eliminate the excess, but it is possible if you reduce the use of some products and completely abandon the use of dietary supplements.
Vitamins containing B10
It is not always possible to compensate for the deficiency of Vitamin B10 with the help of nutrition, especially if a person has developed vitamin deficiency. Then the patients are prescribed special nutritional supplements. They are available in tablets, capsules, solutions for injection, powder for suspension. Vitamin B10 is often included in some vitamin complexes.
Para-aminobenzoic acid is a part of such medicines:
- Aktipol... The main representative of vitamin B10. Release form - eye drops. Contains 70 mcg of active ingredient. The tool has an antiviral and immunomodulatory effect. Intended for topical use. It is an inducer of endogenous interferon synthesis. Accelerates the regeneration process of the retina and cornea. The drug is prescribed for both adults and children of different ages.
- Active Max... A combined product that contains vitamins and minerals. The drug is prescribed for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. The daily dosage is 1 capsule. The tablet is taken after meals.
- Manufacturer - Coral Club... Contains 5 mg of vitamin B10. The drug is released in tablet form. Participates in the formation of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. Strengthens the cardiovascular system.
- Vitrum Beauty... The complex is designed for women. Contains 10 mg of vitamin B10. Normalizes metabolic processes, improves the condition of hair, nails and skin. Contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women, as well as children under 18 years of age. The daily dosage is 2-3 tablets. The course lasts at least 1 month.
- Vitamax... A combined multivitamin product that improves and maintains the functional activity of the body. Available in capsules. Contains 50 mg of vitamin B10.Also included are orotic acid, safflower oil, soy phosphatide, ginseng extract and royal jelly. It has a tonic and stimulating effect, provides the body with proteins, lipids and amino acids. Forbidden with a history of epilepsy, hypertension, seizures. Should not be given to children, pregnant or lactating women. The drug is taken according to a certain scheme. With vitamin deficiency, capsules are drunk every day, 1 pc. For prophylaxis, 1 tablet is indicated every other day. The course lasts from 2 to 3 weeks.
- RAVA... Food supplement containing B vitamins, including paraminobenzoic acid. The complex protects cells from oxidation, normalizes the state of the intestinal microflora. Release form - capsules. For adults only.
Instructions for the use of vitamin B10
Food supplements containing para-aminobenzoic acid should be taken strictly as directed. The daily dosage is usually 1-2 tablets. If there are symptoms of vitamin deficiency, then the dose is increased to 3 capsules.
The dietary supplement is taken during meals or after that. It is better to use a special vitamin remedy in the morning or afternoon.
In addition, the diet includes foods rich in vitamin B10 - chicken eggs, liver, kidneys, heart. You can drink dry brewer's yeast.
Precautions
It is impossible to replace vitamin B10. But if there is enough folic in the body, then there will be no deficiency of para-aminobenzoic acid.
Para-aminobenzoic acid promotes the absorption of vitamins B5, B6, B12 and folic acid. But at the same time, it reduces the effect of sulfa drugs and inhibits the activity of thyroxin.
If there is an overdose of acetylsalicylic acid, then vitamin B10 will help reduce the toxic effect.
Alcohol, sugar, sulfonamides and a high level of female sex hormones lead to the suppression of this trace element.
Contraindications and side effects
Not all patients can take Vitamin B10. There are a number of contraindications in the form:
- the presence of symptoms of excess;
- violations of the functionality of the liver, pancreas and kidneys;
- increased susceptibility to the active substance.
During the use of the complexes, the patient may experience side symptoms.
This process is usually accompanied by:
- nausea and urge to vomit;
- violation of the stool;
- pain in the liver;
- yellowing or blanching of the skin;
- manifestation of signs of hypothyroidism;
- itching, redness, rashes on the skin.
In such cases, it is recommended to stop using dietary supplements. With long-term use of the drug in a large dose, it is necessary to rinse the stomach, take a sorbent and conduct symptomatic therapy.
Conclusion
Vitamin B10 is one of the microelements necessary for the human body. This compound is needed for the normal absorption of folic acid. You can prevent the development of a deficiency if you eat right and include in the diet foods containing para-aminobenzoic acid - in the form of chicken eggs, liver and other by-products, as well as yeast. If the symptoms of vitamin deficiency are strongly expressed, then you should consult a doctor who will prescribe special means.
