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People who have poor/undesirable cholesterol levels can't just improve them significantly with diets and exercise. But the vitamin Niacin in very large doses can vastly improve cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of a heart attack. It is now the first treatment prescribed by doctors whilst trying to lower a patient's cholesterol levels.

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Can slo niacin lower your cholesterol?

slo niacin and cholesterol can be helpful


How do you take niacin?

Niacin is available in Walgreens. It is a vitamin B3 tablet and it is used to improve the cholesterol levels.


Is Niacin better then Niacin Inositol Hexanicotinate?

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What b vitamin works as well as a statin for cholosterol?

Niacin (Vitamin B3) has been shown to improve cholesterol levels by decreasing LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides, while increasing HDL (good) cholesterol. It is often used as an alternative to statins in managing cholesterol levels. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider before using niacin for cholesterol management.


What do flush free niacin do?

Usually taken to help reduce cholesterol.


What does niacin do in the human body?

Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, plays a crucial role in converting food into energy. It is important for maintaining healthy skin, nerves, and digestive system. Niacin also helps in regulating cholesterol levels in the body.


What vitamins in doses 10 to 15 times the RDA has been shown to reduce LDL-cholesterol and raise HDL-cholesterol?

Niacin or D3


Can any vitamins interfere with cholesterol levels?

Yes, certain vitamins like niacin (B3) and fish oil supplements can affect cholesterol levels. Niacin may help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (good) cholesterol, but should be taken under medical supervision due to potential side effects. Fish oil supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids can also help improve cholesterol levels by lowering triglycerides.


What is the recommended dose of niacin in order to clear your system of weed and alcohol?

Niacin does not clear drugs out of your body. It just makes you feel flushed and helps lower your cholesterol some.


What does a Niacin pill look like?

A niacin pill is a Vitamin B Complex pill. I've heard that if you take it every day or so for a few days, it will help clean out your system. My friend told me he got really red and itchy, but he ended up passing the test a week after smoking.


Where can I buy vitamins for cholesterol from the internet?

There are many sites online in which you can purchase vitamins such as fish oil and niacin to help lower or control cholesterol. You can purchase the online at riteaid.com or walgreens.com


Does niacin clean your blood?

it is used to treat high cholesterol and atherosclerosis. it doesn't clean the blood but does help with these conditions.