How to Use niacin in a Sentence

niacin

noun
  • In large doses, niacin can cause blurred vision and liver damage.
    — Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2022
  • Doran was surprised to learn that niacin could be involved in driving up the risk of heart disease.
    — Linda Carroll, NBC News, 19 Feb. 2024
  • While niacin works all over the body, it is known for being particularly helpful for your skin.
    — Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 30 May 2023
  • Some research suggests that taking niacin supplements may help with ED.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2023
  • The research resulted in the discovery of a substance in some of the blood samples that is only made when there is excess niacin.
    — Linda Carroll, NBC News, 19 Feb. 2024
  • An antioxidant in the form of niacin, panthenol or biotin that prevents and treats damage like age spots and skin discoloration.
    — Dawn McMullan, Dallas News, 10 Oct. 2022
  • This level was determined because 30-50 mg of niacin in the form of nicotinic acid may cause flushing.
    — Alex Aldeborgh, Ms, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2023
  • White rice still offers many nutrients like magnesium, iron, selenium, and niacin.
    — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 13 Feb. 2023
  • Though technically a grass, wild rice is also considered a whole grain and is rich in B vitamins, such as niacin and folate.
    — Leah Zerbe, Good Housekeeping, 19 Jan. 2023
  • Researchers recommend that people should stop taking niacin supplements unless there is a medical need for them.
    — Staff Author, Health, 14 Mar. 2024
  • Each serving is loaded with creatine, L-citrulline, niacin, and a blend of B-vitamins.
    — The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 Oct. 2022
  • Spaghetti squash is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, and niacin.
    — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 1 May 2026
  • Sherry said that in addition to the above, molasses is also higher in niacin, magnesium, choline, and pantothenic acid than honey.
    — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Most varieties also contain B vitamins such as thiamin, niacin and folate.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 3 May 2026
  • Giving the mutant pregnant mice low doses of niacin led to pups with less severe defects, and a niacin-rich diet allowed the mutant mice to give birth to healthy litters.
    — Gretchen Vogel, Science | AAAS, 9 Aug. 2017
  • Getting plenty of vitamin C and niacin is particularly beneficial for the skin and may lead to a more even skin tone.
    — Lauren Corona, chicagotribune.com, 2 Apr. 2021
  • One of the most common causes of niacin deficiency is undernutrition.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2024
  • Niacinamide, which is also called nicotinamide, is a form of vitamin B3 (niacin) found in supplements, skin-care products, and food.
    — A.a. Newton, SELF, 8 May 2019
  • Participants will receive either two doses of psilocybin or two doses of niacin, a type of B vitamin.
    — NBC News, 26 Oct. 2022
  • Leading the pack is ground venison, which is a lean protein packed with vitamins B12, B6, niacin, and riboflavin.
    — Dallas News, 21 Dec. 2022
  • Anchovies are on par with salmon and tuna as one of the fish with the highest amounts of omega-3s per serving, and are a good source of protein, niacin and vitamin B12.
    — Casey Barber, CNN, 12 Dec. 2022
  • In addition to protein, peanuts provide heart-healthy unsaturated fats, magnesium, niacin, and folate.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 3 June 2026
  • Then, the team detected the signatures of uracil, niacin and other organic compounds containing nitrogen.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 21 Mar. 2023
  • The cooling gel phase contains hyaluronic acid and peptides to deeply hydrate skin, while the cream phase contains niacin and vitamin B3 to strengthen the delicate area.
    — Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 22 Dec. 2022
  • In many cases, the culprit is a hidden stimulant, although high-dose B vitamins and niacin can also contribute to symptoms in some cases.
    — Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 29 June 2026
  • It's made with hydrolyzed collagen, peptides, niacin, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and vitamins.
    — Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 16 Sep. 2022
  • Check the label for vitamin K, iron, calcium, magnesium, and niacin—these are the biggest interaction culprits.
    — Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2025
  • Coffee also contains trace amounts of vitamins and minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and niacin.
    — Marygrace Taylor, SELF, 31 May 2022
  • New research suggests that too much of the essential B vitamin niacin can contribute to cardiovascular disease.
    — Staff Author, Health, 14 Mar. 2024
  • The second disease is pellagra, caused by a dietary deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3) or the amino acid tryptophan.
    — Stanley Stepanic, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2021

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