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The Joe Cohen Show

Is Niacin Killing You?: Breaking Down The New Niacin Study

Apr 26, 2024
Delving into the controversy surrounding niacin, Joe explores its potential risks and benefits on heart health. With a focus on dosage, he navigates the biochemical effects and advocates for a balanced approach to supplementation. Personal insights and recommendations add depth to the discussion, showcasing the complexities of optimizing niacin intake for overall well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Niacin may impact heart health by increasing proteins linked to heart disease, balancing benefits and risks is crucial.
  • Dosing of Niacin shows varied health impacts, with high doses raising concerns but not significantly affecting mortality.

Deep dives

Niacin's Impact on Heart Health

Niacin can potentially impact heart health through the increase of certain proteins that attract white blood cells to blood vessels, contributing to heart disease. Despite this, the overall evaluation of Niacin's benefits versus drawbacks should consider various factors like other lifestyle choices that counteract its negative effects.

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