Vit B5 for weight loss & skin - Vitamins & Supplements Message Board

Kaci · 01-12-2002, 04:57 PM

Hi
Can anyone tell me how much vitiman B5 i need to take to help control the oil in my skin and to aid weight control. I can only buy it in 500 mg.

Thanks

Gaia · 01-12-2002, 05:43 PM

Try 2000 mg a day in divided doses but not before bedtime...if that doesn't work, increase the dosage by 500 mg until in works for you.

pjbonkers · 01-15-2002, 12:15 PM

How come not before bedtime?

Mareziedotes · 01-22-2002, 11:44 AM

Taking B5 too close to bedtime may cause sleeplessness as B5 is also known to increase your energy level.

Canasa · 01-23-2002, 07:35 AM

Hey all!

I just got some B5 yesterday, Took some at supper and then took some before bed. **Ack**.. Stimulant is right, did not fall asleep until probably 2 AM. (wish I would have paid attention to Mareziedotes comment)

Ahh well lesson learned. I am also going to take a B multi complex starting today along with it. I have it in 500mg dosages. So I will start at 1000mg this week and work up to 2000mg in a few here. I have known abou the benifits of the B's for awhile now, but I like so many others, start stuff and then quit. NOT this time! Will let you know how I do. I am also going to see if someone on the knows of a NON-caffine product I could take for weight.

Have a GREAT day all!

Canasa