Niacin, the Vitamin B3

June 16, 2009 · Filed Under Vitamin Supplements 

Vitamin B3, also called Niacin, is yet another of the eight water-soluble B vitamins or the B complex vitamins. B complex vitamins are essential in the breakdown of fats and protein, in maintaining muscle strength of the digestive tract and in maintaining the health of the nervous system, skin, hair, eyes, mouth, and liver.

Niacin or the Vitamin B3 plays an important role in

  • Detoxification
  • The production of various sex and stress-related hormones
  • Improving circulation
  • Reducing cholesterol levels in the blood

Human body can convert the amino acid tryptophan into Niacin, so eating protein rich food meets the need of Niacin or the Vitamin B3

Niacin or the Vitamin B3 deficiency

Niacin or the Vitamin B3 deficiency only occurs in areas where corn is a staple food. Corn is the only grain that is low in Niacin or the Vitamin B3. Lime should be included in the fertilizers. Lime releases tryptophan which can be converted to Niacin or the Vitamin B3 in the body.

  • Symptoms of Vitamin b3 deficiency include indigestion, fatigue, canker sores, vomiting, and depression
  • Severe Niacin or the Vitamin B3 deficiency and tryptophan deficiency can cause a condition known as pellagra characterized by cracked, scaly skin, dementia, and diarrhea
  • Niacin or the Vitamin B3 deficiency also results in burning in the mouth and a swollen, bright red tongue
  • In the United States alcoholism is the prime cause of Niacin or the Vitamin B3 deficiency

Dietary Sources of Niacin or the Vitamin B3

The best dietary sources of Niacin or the Vitamin B3 are found in beets, brewer’s yeast, beef liver, beef kidney, pork, turkey, chicken, veal, fish, salmon, swordfish, tuna, sunflower seeds, and peanuts.

Benefits of High Doses of Niacin or the Vitamin B3

Benefits of high doses of Niacin or the Vitamin B3 improve or even prevent the following conditions:

High Cholesterol: Niacin or the Vitamin B3 is more effective in lowering the levels of LDL/bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood and in increasing levels of HDL/good cholesterol and triglycerides.

Atherosclerosis: High doses of Niacin or the Vitamin B3 medications prevent development of atherosclerosis/plaque along the blood vessels that can cause blockage and to reduce recurrent complications such as heart attack and peripheral vascular disease. Niacin or the Vitamin B3 and a cholesterol-lowering drug together slow the progression of heart disease, reducing risk of heart attack, and even death.

Diabetes: Because diabetes is often associated with atherosclerosis and heart disease, people with diabetes may benefit from Niacin or the Vitamin B3 that helps manage elevated cholesterol levels and high blood pressure.

Osteoarthritis: Vitamin B3, as Niacinamide, improves arthritis symptoms, increasing joint mobility and reducing the amount of anti-inflammatory medications needed. Niacinamide may aid cartilage repair.

Cataracts: Dietary Niacin or the Vitamin B3, along with other nutrients is important for normal vision and prevention of cataracts.

Burns: Although it is unclear which micronutrients are most beneficial for people with burns, many studies suggest that a multivitamin including the Niacin or the Vitamin B3 may aid in the recovery process.

HIV AIDS: An observational study of HIV-positive men found that higher levels of Niacin or the Vitamin B3 intake were associated with decreased progression rate to AIDS and improved survival.

Cancer: Increased consumption of Niacin or the Vitamin B3, along with antioxidant nutrients, to be associated with decreased incidence of oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal cancers.

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