Niacin, Flush-Free

Niacin (Vitamin B-3) is an essential B-vitamin necessary for good health. Many Niacin supplements cause a temporary Niacin flush or tingling red rash on the skin when taken in large doses. This flush-free Niacin is formulated to avoid such reactions.

Inositol Hexanicotinate is a stable, non-flushing source of Niacin, a form of Vitamin B-3. This double strength formula provides 640 mg. of niacin (as nicotinic acid) per capsule, along with 135 mg. of inositol. The slow breakdown of this compound means that blood serum levels of niacin do not reach their maximum until about ten hours after taking this formula, normally avoiding niacin’s usual “flushing” effect. The “niacin flush”, a safe but uncomfortable brief redness, itching and feeling of warmth caused by larger doses of niacin stimulating the release of histamine in capillaries near the skin, should not occur with Flush Free Niacin.

Niacin’s actions include regulating cholesterol. It can increase HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol) and decrease triglycerides, improving the total cholesterol profile. Niacin is utilized by the body as an essential nutrient for carbohydrate, alcohol and fat metabolism.

Niacin is also known to improve circulation of blood, especially peripheral circulatory improvements.

Many doctors prefer this form of niacin to time-release niacin formulas, due to problems with flushing and liver toxicity associated with the time-release forms.

Inositol is a substance found in grains and a component of lecithin, also known as phytate, which is used for healthy nerves and cell membranes. Inositol is also involved in fat metabolism.

153-0229 NOW Niacin, 500 mg, Flush-Free 90 capsules Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Vcap Amount Per Serving % Daily Value* Niacin (B3) (from 640 mg of Inositol Hexanicolinate) 500  mg 2,500%    Inositol (from 640 mg of Inositol Hexanicotinate 135  mg   *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Containes no sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg or preservatives. Vegetarian Formula.   Other Ingredients: Cellulose(capsule), Stearic Acid, (vegetable source), Magnesium Stearate(vegeatble source), Rice Flour and Silica.   Before beginning any program of weight loss, consult your health care practitioner. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you notice any errors in the information above, please let us know. If you have further questions about this product, please contact NOW at 1-888-NOW-FOOD