Pantothenic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin that plays a key role in energy metabolism. Pantothenic acid is required for the breakdown of fats, carbohydrates and various amino acids as well as for the production of fatty acids, cholesterol and steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters.

Pantothenic acid is helpful for a healthy stress response. It is found in animal foods (meat, eggs, dairy products), whole grains, legumes, vegetables (corn, cauliflower, kale, broccoli) and some fruits, like avocado and peaches.