Niacinamide, nicotinamide are made from niacin. Niacinamide ascorbate is a complex of niacinamide and ascorbic acid. Niacin is formed in the body from tryptophan. Niacin is essential for growth and is involved in the synthesis of hormones. Niacin is absorbed in the intestine and stored in the liver.
Excessive niacin is excreted in the urine.
Niacin is vital for proper activity of the nervous system. It is important in fat synthesis and protein metabolism, and is essential for healthy skin, tongue, and digestive-system tissues. Helps stimulate the production of HCl to improve digestion. Increases circulation in cramped, painful legs of the elderly. Helps in cancer prevention through enzyme regulation which protects normal cells and prevents them from becoming malignant.