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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Vitamins/Minerals · Evidence: Moderate · Importance: Low

A B-vitamin for energy metabolism; high doses cause flushing.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

Essential nutrient; high-dose lipid use is a medical decision, not a fitness supplement.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: RDA ~14–16 mg.

Timing: With meals.

Role in a stack

Covered by a B-complex.

Redundancy check: Redundant with a B-complex.

Cautions & safety

High-dose niacin (used clinically for lipids) causes flushing and liver risk — only under medical supervision.

Avoid high therapeutic doses without a clinician. Educational only — not medical advice.

Best for

balanced-diet maintenance

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.