I am looking for information on the use of inositol hexaniacinate ("no-flush niacin") in the treatment of hyperlipidemia. Most of the information I have been able to find is anecdotal. I understand ...

DURHAM, N.C. – Deft molecular detective work at Duke University Medical Center suggests that scientists may soon be able to resurrect niacin as one of the best and cheapest ways to manage cholesterol.

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 ...

Niacin is a B vitamin essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract, and used for boosting high density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good cholesterol." Although OTC ...

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 ...