Niacin

Vitamin B3, also known as niacin is used to treat and prevent a lack of naturally produced niacin in the body.  It is also used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides; furthermore, it is sometimes used to treat coronary artery disease and lower the risk of a heart attack in those who have previously had a heart attack due to high cholesterol.

Niacin is involved in many reactions in the cells that convert food into cellular energy.  It helps fuel enzymes that are responsible for breaking down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates as well as expelling fats (triglycerides) from tissues and the bloodstream.

Talk to your physician before starting a niacin regimen.  Niacin can have side effects such as swelling, shortness of breath, increased pulse rate, dizziness, and more.  Niacin can interact with other drugs you may be taking and caution must be exercised when using this vitamin.

Dosing varies, refer to your niacin product dosing protocol and the recommendation of your physician.  It is recommended not to consume alcohol or hot liquids around the time taking niacin as it may increase skin flushing.  Most over-the-counter niacin products contain 500mg/serving and recommend taking one dose a day or the dose recommended by a physician.

Vitamin B3 more commonly known as Niacin is a very serious vitamin that can have a wide variety of positive and negative effects.  It is not recommended to take Vitamin B3 without consulting your physician first.

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