A common vitamin called niacin may increase the risk of heart disease, a new study suggests, though complete elimination of niacin from the diet isn’t necessary, and researchers say more regulation ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Niacinamide is one of two forms of vitamin B3, alongside nicotinic acid (niacin). Some … ...

Niacin has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease. It is often added to flour and fortified cereals in the U.S. The B vitamin used to be a popular medication to lower high cholesterol. High ...

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S., so it makes sense to want to do everything in your power to lower your risk of developing it. And while wearing sunscreen is always a good ...

Doctors who perform skin cancer surgeries often recommend nicotinamide — which is a form of Vitamin B3 — to their patients. It's been shown to protect cells from UV radiation damage. Now, a new study ...