PARA-AMINO-BENZOIC ACID (PABA)

General Description:

Actions:

• has the ability to prevent sunburn and skin damage by UVB rays, but offers little protection against UVA rays
• a growth promoting factor
• stimulates metabolism and all vital life processes
• prevents skin changes due to aging
• prevents graying of hair
• essential for healthy skin
• soothes the pain of burns and sunburns
• helpful in a variety of skin disorders, including eczema and lupus erythematosus

Deficiency:

• deficiency may cause extreme fatigue, eczema, anemia, gray hair, reproductive disorders, infertility, vitiligo, and loss of libido

Interactions and Toxicity:

Sources:

• brewer's yeast, whole grain products, milk, eggs, yogurt, wheat germ, molasses