noun
- Plural of pantothenate; salts or esters of pantothenic acid, a B vitamin essential for metabolism and energy production in living organisms.
Usage: technical; biochemistry; commonly used in nutritional and pharmaceutical contexts
Examples
- Calcium pantothenates are added to many fortified cereals and nutritional supplements.
- The body converts pantothenates into coenzyme A, which is vital for cellular metabolism.
- Pantothenates play a crucial role in the synthesis of hormones and cholesterol.
- Food manufacturers often use sodium pantothenates as a vitamin B5 additive.
- Deficiency in pantothenates can lead to fatigue and neurological symptoms.