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PABA
(para-aminobenzoic acid)
DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION
- PABA is often classified as a B-vitamin, but it is not an actual vitamin. It
is involved in red blood cell formation; metabolism of protein; stimulates
production of folic acid in the intestines; topically used in sunscreens.
DRI (RDA or AI for Adults)
MAJOR SOURCES
- Organ meats, whole grains, eggs, dairy products, dark green vegetables.
MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE
- 50 mg to 500 mg. (Higher doses under medical supervision.)
POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS
- Peyronie’s disease
- Scleroderma
- Vitiligo
COMMENTS
- The form used therapeutically is called Potaba, and it is used in amounts up
to 10 grams.
CAUTIONS
- Avoid if you are taking sulfonamide antibiotics.
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