Niacin (Vit. B3)

Niacin is also called vitamin B3 and belongs to the group of B vitamins. In the past, it was also often called vitamin PP. "PP" stands for Pallegra Preventing. Pallegra is a disease that can result from a lack of niacin. The term niacin does not refer to a single vitamin, but rather stands for nicotinic acid and nicotinamide and their compounds.

Niacin is not a vitamin in the classic sense, as it can be produced by the body itself. Niacin is involved in countless processes in the body. For example, it is essential for energy production.

Niacin is important for a whole series of enzymes that are responsible for the oxidations and reductions in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and amino acids.

Niacin has the following benefits for your body:
- Niacin contributes to normal energy metabolism.
- Niacin contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Niacin contributes to normal psychological function.
- Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
- Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
- Niacin helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.

The Federal Office of Public Health recommends a daily intake of 16mg of niacin. The upper limit has been set at 600mg. These reference amounts can normally be covered with a balanced diet.

The 16mg of niacin are contained in the following foods, among others:
50g fried mackerel
2 slices of whole grain bread
2 cups of coffee
25g peanuts