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Niacinamide (Niacin)

Vitamins

Niacinamide (Niacin)

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 (niacin), an essential water-soluble vitamin involved in numerous cellular processes including energy metabolism and DNA repair. It is commonly added to fortified foods and supplements to prevent vitamin B3 deficiency.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated Apr 13, 2025
Health score+2.0
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Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
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Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
35 mg/day

Risks

Flushing at high doses, GI irritation at very high intakes, rare liver toxicity with prolonged large doses

Benefits

Supports energy metabolism, helps maintain healthy skin and nervous system, prevents pellagra (niacin deficiency disease), supports DNA repair

Waters containing Niacinamide (Niacin)

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