Although there are various medications doctors prescribe for raising or lowering cholesterol, the words "niacin" and "niacinamide" get thrown around a lot. Some doctors may even use these terms interchangeably, and this tends to raise the question: what is the difference between these treatments and … [Read more...]
Does Flush Free Niacin Work As Well To Lower Cholesterol?
There are two forms of Vitamin B3 Niacin (nicotinic acid) and niacinamide. Niacin is able to raise HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol), and lower the triglyceride levels. It also modestly lowers the LDL cholesterol levels. Niacinamide does not provide these benefits. Some of the other benefits of … [Read more...]