He Took Vitamin B3 Pills for Longevity, Suffered Liver Damage in Hospital: Why You Shouldn’t Overcompensate

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A 42-year-old man began self-administering a high-dose niacin or vitamin B3 supplement because he read on social media that it improved cholesterol and increased longevity. After two weeks, he developed severe flushing, itching, nausea and abdominal pain. He came to the hospital with severe fatigue. Tests revealed that his liver enzymes and blood glucose were … Read more