Secrets Information About Vitamin B3
pVitamin B3 also known as niacin or nicotinic acid is part of the vitamin B complex. The major role this vitamin plays is in the metabolism of carbs and the processing of glucose. The body wouldnt have enough energy to perform the common functions without glucose. Glands, skin, eyes, nervous system, hair and liver depend on the B complex for proper functioning./p
pbr /The benefits of vitamin B3/p
pNiacin regulates the secretion of stress-related hormones and sex hormones. It reduces cholesterol levels and contributes to blood circulation./p
pSince niacin lowers cholesterol, vitamin B3 is a major defense against atherosclerosis./p
pIn the treatment of diabetes, it seems that niacin delays the passage from diabetes type 1(non-insulin dependent) to diabetes type 2 (insulin dependent)./p
pFor people who suffer from joint diseases such as osteoarthritis, vitamin B3 seems to enhance mobility, and reduce the need for the administration of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or the used amount of such medication./p
pVitamin B3 deficiencies/p
pIn todays society it is pretty uncommon to get vitamin B3 deficiency because of the variety of modern mans diet. Alcohol abuse is the primary cause for such deficiencies. Normally, meals provide enough niacin. In the past, severe deficiency of vitamin B3 used to cause pellagra characterized by scaly skin, diarrhea and even dementia. Most of the symptoms of such a deficiency are digestive, but only medical investigations can lead to diagnosis./p
pDietary sources for vitamin B3/p
pPeanuts, sunflower seeds, beef kidney, beef liver, salmon tuna and swordfish are the foods with the highest content of vitamin B3. All cereals and breads are presently fortified with niacin. The body also converts an amino acid taken from red meat, eggs, poultry and dairy products into niacin./p
pVitamin B3 supplements/p
pThe best vitamin B3 supplements are timed-release capsules. For such supplements, the incidence of side effects is much lower and there is no toxic impact on the liver./p
pNiacin should only be used under medical supervision particularly since it may interact with other medications and dietary supplements. A common reaction to a vitamin B3 supplement is a burning, tingling sensation on face and chest. This side effect can be prevented by taking an aspirin half an hour before the administration of the supplement./p
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