VITAMIN B3 also known as niacin or nicotinic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin of the B vitamin group. It is essential for the proper functioning of the body and is involved in many important metabolic processes.
Properties and health benefits of vitamin B3:
Energy production: Vitamin B3 is involved in metabolic processes.
Supporting nervous system health: Niacin influences the functioning of the nervous system, helping to maintain healthy cognitive functions such as memory, concentration and learning.
Improve cardiovascular health. May lower levels of bad LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, helping to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Supporting skin health: Niacin contributes to maintaining healthy and supple skin by participating in tissue regeneration processes.
Sources:
- meat (especially poultry, beef, turkey)
- fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel)
- liver
- nuts (e.g., peanuts)
- legumes (beans, chickpeas, lentils)
- whole-grain cereal products (bread, pasta, flakes)
- vegetables (spinach, broccoli, cauliflower).
Dosage: 15 mg daily.