Niacet-150 - 60 Capsules
$14.00
NIACIN, AS A COENZYME, ASSISTS ENZYMES IN THE BREAKDOWN AND UTILIZATION OF CARBOHYDRATES, FATS, AND PROTEINS Niacin is effective in improving circulation and reducing the cholesterol level in the blood. It is vital to the proper activity of the nervous system and for formation and maintenance of healthy skin, tongue, and digestive system tissues. Niacin is also important in the development of tryptophan and the dilation of blood vessels. It is also an essential component of the glucose tolerance factor. Niacin is absorbed in the intestine and is stored primarily in the liver. Any excess is eliminated through the urine. Excessive consumption of sugar and starches will deplete the body's supply of niacin, as will certain antibiotics. The symptoms of deficiency are many. In the early stages, muscular weakness, general fatigue, loss of appetite, indigestion, and various skin eruptions occur. A niacin deficiency may also cause bad breath, small ulcers, canker sores, insomnia, irritability, nausea, vomiting, recurring headaches, tender gums, strain, tension, and deep depression. Severe niacin deficiency results in pellagra. This is characterized by dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea, rough inflamed skin, tremors, and nervous disorders. Many digestive abnormalities causing irritation and inflammation of mucous membranes in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract develop from a niacin deficiency. Niacin has an inhibitory effect on the synthesis of cholesterol and can release trapped fatty acids from the tissues. However, the chief function of niacin in the body is to form the active portion of coenzymes for tissue oxidation, thus it is necessary for all tissue cells, the digestive tract, and nervous system. Niacin lowers blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. It is also a capillary dilator of the brain and other tissue. Recommendations As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day following a meal or as directed by your health care professional.