What is vitamin B3?Vitamin B3 is one of eight B vitaminsvitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B12 (cyanocabalamin) and folic acidoften referred to as B complex.Vitamin B3 is water soluble, meaning its not stored in the body and must be replaced daily. It can be found in many foods, including meat, fish, milk, eggs, green vegetables, cereal grains and yeast. Niacinamide and niacin are different forms of vitamin B3. Niacinamide can be made from niacin in the body. This occurs when niacin is taken in amounts greater than what is needed by the body. Niacinamide is sometimes the preferred from of vitamin B3 because it doesnt cause flushing, the tingling sensation often reported with use of niacin.How does vitamin B3 support health?Vitamin B3 (as niacinamide or niacin) is used by the body for energy productionWhy choose Vitacost Niacinamide Vitamin B3?Supplies 250 mg of niacinamide per single-tablet servingNo-flush form of niacinContains 100 servings per bottleIncredible value!About VitacostAll Vitacost products are laboratory tested to meet FDA standards for identity, purity and composition. All products are tested for heavy metals, microbiology and contaminants. Vitacost products are produced in a NSF Certified facility. Freshness is guaranteed. * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.