niacin (vitamin B3)

[Linda]

food sources: Milk, meat, poulty,fish,eggs, cheese, dried bean (legumes) sunflower, sesame seed, tomatoes, peanuts, carrots, broccoli, whole grain, and brewer's yeast.

 

functions in the body: as a required coenzyme in protin metabolism; in the synthesis of genetic material, fatty acids, and cholesterol; in energy production; and it is necessary for proper central nervous system(brain) functions.

effective in reducing cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.

also good for anxiety, nervousness, depression, schizophrenia; can be effective against several types of carcinogens

 

symptoms of deficiency: loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, heartburn, depression, irritability, a red inflamed, scaling dermatitis on face,neck, arm and hands; diarrhea; painful swallowing from soreness of the mouth and esophagus;disorentation, delusional thoughts and hallucination.

 

symptoms of toxicity: flushing and icting of the skin, especially of the face and upper trunk, abnormal heart rhythm and gastrointestinal troubles

[Bamboo]

Theyd, thanks for the info.