Vitamin Spotlight: Niacin
Niacin (Vitamin B3) is a water soluble B vitamin found in meat, beans, cereal grains, fish and other niacin fortified foods. In the early 20th century, niacin deficiency (Pellagra) was common. Symptoms of niacin deficiency include dermatitis, diarrhea and dementia. Many foods are fortified with niacin, virtually eliminating niacin deficiency in developed countries. In high …