| Description of Niacin (B-3) 500 mg, 100 Capsules, Life Extension | |
Life Extension Niacin
- Vitamin B3
- 500 mg Capsules
Niacin is the only B vitamin that can be synthesized in the body from the amino acid tryptophan.185-187 In its coenzyme forms, niacin is crucial to energy transfer reactions, particularly the metabolism of glucose, fat, and alcohol.188,189 Niacin's beneficial effect on blood lipids is well-documented.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 capsule
Servings Per Container 100
Amount Per Serving
Niacin (vitamin B3)
500 mg
Other ingredients: gelatin, vegetable stearate.
This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), soybeans, tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, corn, or rice. Contains NO sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Dosage and Use:
Take one capsule daily with meals, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
Caution: Temporary flushing, itching, rash, or gastric disturbances may occur. Liver function testing is recommended when niacin is taken in excess of 500 mg daily. Those with gout or liver diseases should avoid taking high doses of niacin.
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