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beef liver, brewer's
yeast, broccoli, carrots, cheese, corn flour, dandelion greens,
dates, eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, pork, potatoes, tomatoes,
wheat germ, and whole wheat products.
Herbs containing niacin are: Alfa alfa, burdock root, catnip,
cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, eyebright, fennel seed, hops,
licorice, mullein, nettle, oat straw, parsley, peppermint,
raspberry leaf, red clover, rose hips, slippery elm and yellow
dock. Research shows that 15 mg. of niacin improves mental
functioning as well.
Niacin is Vitamin B3, which is necessary for proper circulation,
for the nervous system and the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats
and proteins. It helps the digestive system, improves
circulation, and can be helpful in mental illnesses. It also
enhances the memory and plays a role in the synthesis of sex
hormones. Being Careful A "niacin flush" may occur after the
intake
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of niacin supplements. A rash may appear on the skin,
usually lasting a few minutes, which is in most cases harmless.
Dosages over 500 mg./day may cause liver damage if taken for a
prolonged period of time. People with high blood pressure and
ulcers should be closely supervised by a physician when taking
niacin.
A heart quote from J Krisnamurti: The moment you have in your
heart this extra ordinairy thing called love and feel the depth,
the delight, the ecstacy of it, you will discover that for you
the world is transformed.
Warmly, Pieternel van Giersbergen.
About the author:
Pieternel has been an R.N for over 25 years. She develops
natural products for preventive health and is an expert on
natural health issues. Her site http://www.pieternel.com has
over 120 articles about healing yourself and staying healthy.
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