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Beneficial Effects of Niacin
Niacin interacts with the other B vitamins in energy production. Deficiency may results in skin that is rough and mental confusion*.
- essential for energy production
- is part of over 50 different chemical processes in the body
- plays an important role in fat, cholesterol and carbohydrate metabolism
- assists in the manufacture of sex and adrenal hormones
Niacin Content of Selected Foods in Milligrams per 31/2-oz.
| Yeast, torula |
44.4 |
Sunflower seeds |
5.4 |
| Yeast, brewer's |
37.9 |
Brown rice |
4.7 |
| Rice bran |
29.8 |
Pine nuts |
4.5 |
| Rice polishings |
28.2 |
Buckwheat, whole |
4.4 |
| Wheat bran |
21.0 |
Peppers, red chili |
4.4 |
| Peanuts, with skins |
17.2 |
Whole-wheat grain |
4.4 |
| Peanuts, without skins |
15.8 |
Whole-wheat flour |
4.3 |
| Wild rice |
6.2 |
Wheat germ |
4.2 |
| Sesame seeds |
5.4 |
Barley |
3.0 |
Recommended Dietary Allowance of Niacin
| Group |
Mg. |
| Infants under 6 months |
5 |
| 6-12 months |
6 |
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| Children |
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| 1-3 years |
9 |
| 4-6 years |
12 |
| 7-10 years |
13 |
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| Young Adults and Adults |
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| Males 11-14 years |
17 |
| Males 15-18 years |
20 |
| Males 19-50 years |
19 |
| Males 51+ years |
15 |
| Females 11-50 years |
15 |
| Females 51+ years |
13 |
| Pregnant females* |
17 |
| Nursing females* |
20 |
Who Will Benefit From Niacin Supplementation?
All women and men
Patented B-Complex - with all eight Bs!
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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