Niacin

Sort By:
Page 1 of 47 - About 462 essays
  • Decent Essays

    Pellagra Research Paper

    • 741 Words
    • 3 Pages

    Pellagra is a disease which is caused as a result of a deficiency is vitamin B-3, also known as niacin. Pellagara can be identified in two ways with the first being Primary pellagra which is the result of not enough niacin in the body or Secondary pellagra which is the result of there being enough niacin in the body, but there is an inhibitant which will prevent the absorption of niacin and the processing of niacin by the body. Both Primary and Secondary pellagra can result in a patient having diarrhea

    • 741 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Decent Essays

    NiacinMax Product Review What is NiacinMax? NiacinMax is a niacin-based supplement that can help people achieve their maximum level of physical performance. Niacin is a form of nicotinic acid of Vitamin B3, in which the function is to convert carbohydrate, fat and protein into energy. Moreover, niacin is essential to the heart, nervous system, and many other body functions. The following are NiacinMax claimed benefits making it the number one niacin supplement available today: Improves oxygen flow throughout

    • 1033 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Decent Essays

    There have been several major revolutions throughout human history. V. Gordon Childe explains them as; The Neolithic Revolution, The Urban Revolution and The Industrial Revolution. (Harris 1994) These revolutions mark monumental periods in human history. Each thought to be a tremendous benefit to the survival of humankind. However, when all of the evidence is taken into account, especially regarding the Neolithic revolution, it would appear that there is significant detriment to the survival of the

    • 1064 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Best Essays

    Corn and Pellagra Essay

    • 3168 Words
    • 13 Pages
    • 8 Works Cited

    is easy to produce and cheap so that in the past it has composed a large part of the diet of the poor who could not afford other foods. The consumption of corn as ones main food source can cause health problems due to a deficiency of the B vitamin niacin that if not treated can lead to insanity and even death. This paper will attempt to present a brief history of pellagra, concentrating primarily on the twentieth century American south, and discussing the causes of the disease, its progression in

    • 3168 Words
    • 13 Pages
    • 8 Works Cited
    Best Essays
  • Good Essays

    So what 's the big deal with Big Lips? How big is too big? And of course, the question everyone is asking: "If I keep getting my lips plumped up on a regular basis, will my offspring have naturally bigger lips???" Well, if you believe in the theory of Pangenesis, then definitely keep getting your lips plumped so your children will have nice, plump, pouty lips naturally! I think we can all agree that big, pink lips are a sign of youthfulness, sexiness and above all, fertility. Whether we do it consciously

    • 1551 Words
    • 7 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Decent Essays

    Niacin Research Paper

    • 368 Words
    • 2 Pages

    Niacin was discovered in 1937 by biochemist Conrad Elvehjem. He identified the nicotinic acid in fresh meat and yeast. This compound known as niacin, is a vitamin B3. The discovery of niacin lead to the cure for pellagra, a disease associated with niacin. Pellagra causes dermatitis, dementia, diarrhea, and ultimately death. Niacin has many functions that helps the body in many ways. Niacin helps convert food into glucose which is used to create energy, is involved in DNA replication and repair. And

    • 368 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Better Essays

    Natural Ways to Reduce Cholesterol Are you asking yourself what is cholesterol because your Doctor has told you that you need to reduce your cholesterol levels in the blood. What is Cholesterol Are you now confused you by his/her talking about "good and bad cholesterol, HDL cholesterol and LDL cholesterol? Then fear not. You are certainly not alone. Numerous times I have been approached in my practice by individuals asking me, What is cholesterol?" or "What is HDL and LDL cholesterol all about

    • 1640 Words
    • 7 Pages
    Better Essays
  • Decent Essays

    A family tradition passed along has now become a business for one Arcadia, LA native. Desi McShan took her mother’s recipe for hot water cornbread, packaged it up and created Lillie Mae Foods in Greenwood, LA in 2013. Hot water cornbread is unleavened cornbread traditionally made with cornmeal, flour, salt, hot water and fried in cooking oil until golden brown. It differs from Johnnycakes or Hoecakes because it is fried and not cooked on a griddle or hoe. McShan said growing up, hot water cornbread

    • 325 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Decent Essays

    Breakfast is a fundamental need for human beings as it is the first meal of the day eaten and it provides the body and brain the fuel needed for the rest of the day. For example, not eating breakfast is like wanting to start a car without gas. Apart from the energy, breakfast is a great source of nutrients such as calcium, iron, fibre, antioxidants, protein, carbohydrates and all types of vitamins. These are essential nutrients and according to research, if breakfast is missed the nutrients missed

    • 934 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Decent Essays

    The Modern High Fat Diet

    • 1001 Words
    • 5 Pages

    The modern high fat diet commonly referred to as a ketogenic diet can be achieved in a manner not unlike a normal carbohydrate diet. Where roasts and salmon and vegetables are not just a normal part of the diet but essential. Though it is dangerous to start a ketogenic diet without a little bit of research. This is due to many essential nutrients that we normally source through plants such as wheat, potatoes, rice, and corn, which are extremely high in carbohydrate. With these foods being too high

    • 1001 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Decent Essays
Previous
Page12345678947