(Vitamin B3) Niacin is known as vitamin B3 because it was the third of the B-complex of water-soluble vitamins to be discovered. Niacin is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, protein and fat and as a result, plays a role in energy production. This B-vitamin is involved in DNA repair, is required to synthesize… Continue Reading
energy production
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
(Vitamin B2) Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is part of the B-complex – the “stress fighting” family of water-soluble vitamins. Given that this vitamin is widely available in the food supply and a relatively low amount is required for health, most individuals are not lacking in vitamin B2. Any excess riboflavin is not stored in… Continue Reading