I HAD A STROKE I couldn't talk or use my fingers on my right hand. My left brain is gone. My right brain is alright but I couldn't count change.. Whenever I feel a Minnie stroke coming on and see Christmas lights around my eyes, I put a small amount of niacin under my tongue and it goes away in about 5 minutes. My brother had tunnel vision. I asked him if he heard of a niacin flush? He took the niacin and it cleared up immediately. That was 10 years ago, and it hasn't returned. Now I am better, I play the piano, Chopin, Liszt. Don't give up!
You may need to see a Chiropractor. I was having Aura and mini stroke symptoms. I've been going to the Chiropractor fotr a year. The last Aura only lasted about 3 minutes, and I'm not suffering from Vertigo as much. It's worth a try.😊
@@ipponsuki Excellent nutrition is number 1. Exercise is number2 because u cannot out exercise poor nutrition. If you do #1+#2 then excellent sleep, number 3 follows. I also follow the protocol of fellow scientist, Dr. David Sinclair. Look him up on RU-vid. Good luck!
@@dcjohnson2208 Thank for replying. Yes, I am aware of Dr David and his research on NMN and resveratrol. My nutrition is dissent :however, I do not exercise enough.
A recently published 35-year follow-up of the Swedish AMORIS cohort of about 44k participants shows that low glucose & high cholesterol are linked to greater likelihood to reach 100. Thus seemingly contradicting the conventional narrative about cholesterol & the need for statins.
Yup. Cholesterol is a steroid produced by your body to aid in healing. Your body uses it to produce many other important things needed for body maintenance. The older you get or the more physically active you are the more healing you require.......other health issues aside. The whole story of cholesterol in the medical industry is basically a scam. IT's the symptom not the cause. Everyone I know on high cholesterol medication has never had any improvements to their health by lowering the values. In fact they usually continue to degrade.
I love Niacin ! I was diabetic and had hyperlipodemia. I also have Graves’ disease. My triglycerides were 480 6 months ago. They are now 80. My hdl was low 39 now 49 and my LDL was 169 now 129 This is what happened in one month with Edur-acin 500 mg My Aug 2023 LDL 141 My Sept 2023 LDL 129 My Aug HDL 39 My Sept HDL 49 In April my health declined and I was diagnosed with diabetes. My A1C was 6.9 . I’m now prediabetic at 5.7 after 6 months. I don’t eat sugar or processed foods anymore. In April I took a low dose omega 3. In July I began taking omega 3 sport’s research 1250 mg x2 Nature made Cholesteroff plus (sterol/stenol) x4 qty And Nicotinic acid by endur-acin (wax matrix niacin). The niacin has made me super calm and reduced my cortisol levels, yet it also gives me an energy that I haven’t had in years. It also opens up my sinuses and congestion from minor food sensitivities or house hold chemical irritation like bleach or construction dust . I used to get stuffy when I laid down at night - this opens everything up so I can sleep. The higher dose of omega 3 got rid of full body joint pain (immediately). And the choletsteroff worked with both supplements to dramatically drop my triglycerides and LDL. I follow the National Institute of Health’s TLC guidelines. My father died of a heart attack. I experienced many of his symptoms. I wish I could have told him how life changing these three supplements are. I have always taken zinc oratate, magnesium bisglynate, vit d3 , and NAC at lower levels. I now take these at dosages that are used in studies for immunity. I also began taking a triple strain probiotic in July with TumLove pea protein to heal my gut and better absorb protein . I eat 70% lean protein and 30% complex carbs 1% healthy fats like avocados and nuts The 3 that changed my blood work radically in 6 months I will discontinue when I’m in perfect health, but the niacin I will never give up because it makes me feel so well. My energy. My sleep. My congestion and all in one month I could zero in on exactly what supplements radically changed my blood work in 45 days to be exact! Doctors in the UK frequently prescribe Nicotinic acid and plant sterols instead of statins , unlike in the US where people are over prescribed and experience side effects while never addressing the root cause such as lifestyle. Sugar is a toxin and caused me much physical pain. These supplements aided my 47 lb weight loss as well. I lost weight consistently every week for 6 months .
Endur- Acin wax matrix niacin (nicotinic acid)500 mg X 3 times at meals. A meal or snack especially (apple) helps lessen or prevent the flush. It is no flush (thus wax matrix) but some people like myself are sensitive and always experience flushing. This is the mildest flush i’ve ever experienced. I only get it occasionally. And if you do you can just eat an apple. A meal or snack is not required for everyone. I began by breaking a tablet in half the first Few days and gradually built up to a 1500 mg/day. I will continue for two years based on research that I’ve read. I love how niacin makes me feel. I love how it helps m sleep. I love the improved energy. Most of all , I no longer worry about my bloodwork. Niacin used to scare me because of flush. I chose this brand and form because of research, my sensitivity , and consumer safety. I required studies and there are other types of slow release or extended release on the market that aren’t safe or well researched.
@@fantasybabe70 my reply was deleted. Endur acin wax matrix nicotinic acid prescribed by my nutritionist a medical doctor- 500 mg 2x a day 1000 total with Naturemade Cholesteroff plus 2 capsules for the two heaviest fat meals. ..meaning 4 capsules per day. And omega 3 (2000 mg ) is the inflammation and medical research dosage. I take 2080 mg bc my autoimmune and symptoms disease requires a min epa:dha ratio and I take a min research dosage of omega 3 as I try to get my nutrition from food and not overwhelm the liver with supplements. Many MD’s ignore root cause because many people aren’t willing to make lifestyle changes like eliminating toxin exposure and inflammatory foods, lack of exercise etc., but we have solutions. Don’t give up.
Hello. Question for you. Looking at recent studies I have read that Niacin can increase a spike in Glucose levels? Any feed back on this would be very helpful. thank you.
My sister’s Meniere disease was complicated with so many symptoms like vertigo or dizziness, feeling of fullness in the ear or ringing, hearing loss, imbalance, motion sickness, nausea, or nystagmus and I had to gave her Dr Madida herbs from RU-vid recommendation and after she using the medicine, she was with me last month telling me that she is cured completely and don’t longer experience any of the symptoms anymore🙅🏼.
I was experiencing near daily migraines, vertigo, fullness in my ears, and motion sickness too. Since starting niacin a few weeks ago, I haven’t had to take a single migraine pill! I just wish I knew about this sooner.
Yes . I do . I have Graves’ disease so that is my daily supplement. I take Nicotinic acid (wax matrix) along with cholestoff plus and omega 3 (2000 mg) for diabetes and hyperlipodemia. I no longer have either . For my immunity (auto immune disease) I also combine d3, magnum bisglynate, zinc orotate, NAC, and probiotics. This form of niacin has cleared a lot of my brain fog, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, In addition to no longer being diabetic or having hyperlipodemia. I will never stop taking it because it makes me feel great. I was afraid to take it at first because the terrible flush I experienced in the past. After reading many research papers I chose this form and am so glad that I did. I use a product called endur- icin. 500 mg was enough to get my blood work normal after one month, but I now take up to 1500 and take a couple days off because it just gives me energy but makes me feel so incredibly calm. I have hyper thyroidism so this is a bit of a miracle supplement for me in the well being and peace I feel. I swear it must reduce cortisol as well. I haven’t researched that, but it’s changed so many things for me. In the UK it is prescribed first instead of statins (see NIH free guide for cholesterol called (TLC) In the US it is used in Pharmaceuticals (fenofibrate ). Plant sterols and niacin should be prescribed before statins because they really work in less than 30 days . I did blood tests every month. I recorded my foods, and I researched . I couldn’t live with the inflammation and symptoms any longer. Or surprise ER visits while never addressing the root cause. I had inflammation in every joint and began experiencing some really upsetting confusion. I stopped driving for a couple months. Now I feel young and strong again. I just needed to pinpoint the cause of all my inflammation. I gave up sugar . But statins are good for those who don’t make lifestyle changes. We do what we have to do to have quality of life .
The original discovery researcher, the flush was used. The total daily amount used, was spaced out over 6 plus times per day. It even showed effects to schizophrenia cures.
I kinda like the flushing effect. I read that where you feel the flushing effect the most is where you need the most help. I feel it in my sun aged arms and forehead the most. Peace out Doc.
After taking first capsule my husband and I had the reaction I didn’t expect! It was like sunburn on steroids plus tingling. We almost went to ER 😮 Good thing I checked on line what it could be. There it was, so called Niacin flush. It went away in about 2 hours, but boy! It scared living sh… out of me. I wish someone would of warn me about it!
@@ghabaluxuryessentials2114 Solgar Niacin B3 500mg. That was kick ass! Didn’t want to take it anymore. Totally understand that’s good for you and if you can handle that, go for it. I’m taking Enduracin slow release B3 500mg with mild flushing .
@@Moni-ui5bz I was done. It was very unpleasant experience to say at least. I bought Endur-Acin slow release 500 mg. That’s what I’m talking. It gives a little warm feeling, but nothing like the one fast release 😂
@@jolantagoetter6224 Now that the burning has stopped, I'm sitting here shivering violently. That was an intense experience. I don't think I will take anymore. I'm glad you found something that works for you.
1200-2000 mg per day. He said it. My experience is start with 500mg and never take 2 pills at once. The flush is brutal. Make sure to get sustained release. NOW 500mg is what I take
Is it safe to take 500mg/day I am a little bit confused somes even say high dosage cause heart disease (dr brad stanfield). Actually I took before and I loved (500mg) even I loved flushing effect.
Thanks much I appreciate the info. Physionic Channel did an excellent analysis of the data on Niacin, so informative, I do recommend the channel to all, however a form of Niacin is associated with risk of Diabetes, some say 3/7 people, not sure which form of it does this, the flush type I see is best taken in intervals for those who can tolerate it, I have taken the slow release for Cholesterol but will try to get the flush type as 50 mg intervals, seems even the flush of it is good for you, I believe it takes time to get used to the flush for those who think can't do it. Any mechanism for why a specific form cause diabetes? now they are devices for measuring fasting glucose or even uric acid I am going to check mine for each product. Seems most treatment for high cholesterol tend to increase uric acid, even the vegetable's like egg plant, lady finger, cauliflower, mushrooms, your thoughts Dr. Sung, thanks
I have been taking niacin flush 1000mg per day on an empty stomach and my skin has been flawless. I'm over 40 and my skin hasn't been this good since my early 20s 😀
The Nictonic version? Wow that’s a lot, I flush at just 100mg….. A pharmacologist friend of mine said his skin doctor recommends 500-1000 mg of Niacinamide non flush and says he has seen a dramatic response in skin health and cancer defense in his patient’s…… Intake both Nictonic acid and Niacinamide….
I am up to 2 grams/day BID. Been 2 months and after I get bloodwork done I’ll decide what to do next. Pretty sure I will always be using 500 mg/day. This stuff is great for many processes in the body.
I am a 54 year old male, 277 lbs. recovering from gall bladder removal and fatty liver disease. My doctor put me on 500mg B3 every other day (M, W, F). Should I take a lower dosage (100mg) instead of 500mg? I worry about liver damage, which I seem to come across in my research. Thank you.
@@ianpearson8976Does the immediate release niacin have the flush effect? I read that the niacin flush is important and don’t use the non flush. How do you know immediate release isn’t toxic to the liver???
@@ianpearson8976 And my NP wanted to put me on prescription B3(niacin) ER but something told me not to and I am glad I didn't. I bought 500mg w/flush. I feel better now. Thanks.
Hi Dr. Jin W. Sung! I just wonder everybody says Niacin increases Homocysteine. I take 1000 mg daily. Is it bad for me or not? Can you give me an answer? Thanks in advance.
I had a lipid panel drawn six months ago. My total cholesterol and LDL were elevated. I've been taking a gram of niacin since the checkup. My total cholesterol and LDL have decreased. Nothing to write home about. Nonetheless, they've decreased. My doctor wants for me to continue taking the niacin. I will, gladly! I'm also going to make a sincere attempt to lose ten pounds. Eventually, I'm going to lose 20. Good bye processed foods! For the most part.
There is such different reactions between Nicotinic Acid and Niaciinamide that it seems they shouldn't be under the same umbrella of B3. for instance 2000mg of nicotinic acid is way too much! ... 50 to 100mg is good!... however higher doses of Niacinamide seems to be common.
Yes this does works lowered my cholesterol in weeks. However it raised my uric acid and was giving my bunions extreme sensitivity. Once stopped I could wear shoes again.
Do you think expired b3 is not good mines been expired for 6ths it hurts my stomach when i take it for a little bit but goes away,i love taking it while working out
Lease give me advice the cheapest way to get rid of leishmanial parasite? skin leishmania parasite affects the peripheral nervous system, what is the cure? Vietnam
Hi doc... Thanks for your precious advices and efforts you do to help us people feeling better..... 1 question pls i am taking niacin 'nicotinic acid' 500mg daily from about 3 weeks together with vitamin D3 1000 iu not on empty stomach cause i take them after eating. .. Why i do not feel the flush everyday and i feel it in rare cases....?
Will using apple juice negate the effects of niacin? I took 1500 Mg. The other day and Inthought my brain and skin was on fire! I turned red as a lobster. My wife looked up what would combat it. Apple juice and aspirin. I do not want to get too many carbohydrates. So I will try 8 Oz cup next. Been using 12 Oz glass
Glass of apple juice has about 17 packets of sugar. So you’re trying to help yourself with one issue but totally hurting other. I take 250 mg of B3 twice a day and have very mild flushing affect. Take it with good food and water, you’ll be fine.
Has anyone here gotten any liver damage from using 500mg of nicotinic acid daily for years? This is the part that concerns me. I no longer have my gallbladder and unfortunately, I ended up with a fatty liver. I was able to heal my liver but my HDL was really low so my NP put me on B3(niacin - nicotinic acid).
Increased blood flow helps everything. That's why exercise is so helpful. You'll literally build a stronger body by providing it with plenty of the building blocks it needs.........through increased blood flow.
The flush came on after about 2 hours of taking the Niacin. Whoa it happened suddenly, red all over , hot like a sunburn. I had to take a cold bath. It did go away in about half hour and I didn’t die.
Mine started after 5h taking it. I thought it didn't work, but then - holy moly. IT's like sunburn on overdrive. It''s been over an hour and still going strong.
I get conflicting info on how to take it. I only take immediate flush form of nicotine acid (niacin). Do I take with food or without? Currently I take it just after I eat. No Dr helping as they want statin
Please, don't say 'ok' here and there because it feels unpolite like the listener did not understand otherwise. At least for a North European this the feeling.
Regular niacin. Don't get any other. Don't get extended release or any other type of niacin. Just get the one that will cause the flush and start out very low. Use it with meals should slow the flush down I take 2000 mg a day now and barely get a flush. Just look for regular niacin. That is it.
Hi, I take nicotinic acid (the type of niacin that flushes you. 500mg I take, but for you start at 200 or 300mgs. So the flush itching effect is not that bad. As long as it's nicotinic acid
No, you’re not misunderstanding, you’re DISCOVERING how inept the FDA is at this stuff. For example, vitamin D is recommended at 400 iu/day. Well, that amount is the amount you need daily to not be considered “deficient”, but get this….ONLY as it pertains to bone and teeth health! They actually have no idea how much D your body “needs”, as vitamin D is involved in MUCH more than just strong bones and teeth. Optimal doses of vitamin D are more likely around 5-10,000 iu/day! Niacin is the same, it’s involved in over 500 processes in the body. The experts aren’t the experts, especially when they are attached to a government entity like the FDA. Good news is, today it’s much easier to do your own research and due diligence.
Sorry Scott. But you can't speak "to" the dose or any inanimate object ..You can speak about it. I can only assume that you are an American..Sorry, but that is soo annoying...
Niacin does not cause liver damage . That's a lie . The real Niacin (flush) is safe , the one not safe is the non flush Niacin , it has no benefits . I know this because I got my blood work and my liver was fine.
im healthy and i have only cholesterol issue. , i dont smoke i drink from time to time i took Niacin `b3 500mg a day and after almost one year No effect on cholestrol at all , my bad cholesterol is 8.8 , the best thing is to listen to your doctor
All modern Dr. do is prescribe meds, no nutrition etc. ! If they don’t toe the line of the AMA/Big Pharma or Insurance Co./Pharma, they can lose their license to practice!
@@richardjacobs7632 i understand but look at my case : 500 Mg of Niacine for more than 8 months in a raw , exercice no smoking few alcohol intake despite that nothing , means Niacin is not my thing
I have 50mg flushing niacin (nicotinic acid) daily first thing in the morning on empty stomach and ldl cholesterol has dropped by 30% in 4 months. I also have 50mg niacinamide for skin , energy and NAD boost requirements later in the day. Since niacin requires tonnes of methyl groups on many of its metabolic pathways, I balance niacin intake with a fully methyl B complex (containing b6/b9/b12) during the evenings. Normally you must maintain 400mcg of folate/5mthf for every 50mg of niacin otherwise the flushing effect may be stronger and overtime your liver enzymes might get elevated. I also take vit E (mixed tocopherols) to prevent/reduce lipid peroxidation with a fatty meal. Vit C and vit E work well together and combined with B3 (niacinamide variant) the skin benefits are amazing.
Do you increase the dose? Some people start with 250, then increase to 500, then increase to 1 or 2 grams ................. It seems to me, we should start with 50mg dose and then see if it has good effect on cholesterol. If I don't want to take vitamins B6, B9 and B12, can I supplement with Collagen (glycine) or TMG?
I have mersa on my foot growing for 2 months now I have liver problems please answer my question can I use this for my mersa not trying to use the pharmaceutical antibiotics I have autoimmune hipituts a Alcertive colitis and jenctur in my liver is it ok to use this because I did read it gets rid of mersa or should I go to the pharmaceutical antibiotic pills
