Niacin (Vitamin B3) for Bleeding Gums, Arthritis, & Longer Life

Abram Hoffer, M.D., Ph.D., told about his problem with bleeding gums. A dentist told him he didn't have gingivitis, so he couldn't help him. He began taking niacin for other reasons. Two weeks after he started taking niacin, his gums were no longer bleeding.
He told about his patients with arthritis. For many of these patents, after taking niacin for one month, their pain was gone. Many of these patients had been taking thousands of dollars worth of drugs, with no relief.
His oldest patient is now 111 years old. Until two years ago, she was doing cross country skiing. Dr. Hoffer started her on niacin 40 years ago. He believes she will outlive the current world record of 116 years. He said that it has been shown in studies, in the United States, that niacin does help people live longer.
He also mentioned that it is NOT true that niacin can be toxic to the liver. He does not recommend niacinamide, as it does not have an effect on cholesterol. See my January 5, 2006, posting - Statin Drugs - Ineffective & Very Harmful / Niacin - Effective & Safe. No-flush niacin is available, which is only slightly less effective than regular niacin.

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