(Natural News) According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 73.5 million American adults, or more than 31 percent of the total adult population in the United States, have elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol. It’s a well-known fact that having high levels of bad cholesterol dramatically increases your […]

(Natural News) Niacin is a B vitamin commonly used by your body to turn food into energy. It is also known as vitamin B3 and helps keep your nervous system, digestive system and skin healthy. As a supplement, niacin may help ease arthritis, boost brain function and reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, among many other benefits. Studies also show that […]

(Natural News) Heart attack survivors are typically at greater risk of experiencing a cardiovascular event, such as stroke or another heart attack. In a recent study published in the American Heart Journal, researchers suggest that taking high-dose multivitamins may be beneficial for heart attack survivors, provided that they’re not on statins, a type of drug used to lower cholesterol levels […]

(Natural News) Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is an essential micronutrient that helps the body break down carbohydrates, fats and proteins and convert them into energy. It is also involved in the production of certain hormones and plays a role in liver function. Niacin can be obtained from a wide variety of food sources, […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from different universities in the U.S. examined the association of dietary niacin intake with multiple skeletal health parameters, such as bone mineral density (BMD), hip fractures and body composition. Their findings were published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research. Interest in niacin has increased due to its potential […]

(Natural News) The phrase “big things come in small packages” could very well be talking about pumpkin seeds. The flat, oval-shaped seeds are equal parts healthy and delicious, making them a great addition to soups, salads, and desserts. Researchers from the University of Nottingham in the U.K. revealed that these seeds can even help manage blood sugar levels […]

(Natural News) Many factors contribute to the aging process. In particular, oxidative damage is said to be the leading cause of aging. However, scientists may have just found a way to slow down aging. In a research published in the journal Nature Communications, researchers found that niacinamide or vitamin B3 can protect against oxidative damage […]

(Natural News) Nicotinamide, also known as niacinamide, is a form of vitamin B3 found in food and used as a dietary supplement. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research suggested that this nutrient can help prevent liver cell death and treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). According to the study, nicotinamide exhibits anti-lipotoxic activity. Lipotoxicity, which […]

(Natural News) The risks of cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline increase with age, but that doesn’t mean that these problems can’t be prevented. Older people can avoid suffering from these conditions by adhering to a healthy diet and taking supplements that contain B vitamins. An article published on the website NaturalHealth365.com discussed how B vitamins, such as vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, and Harbin Medical University in China examined the anti-lipotoxic effect of nicotinamide. The results of their study were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Lipotoxicity induced by saturated fatty acids contributes to the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD); however, the exact […]