Post Views: 771 Vitamin B3 or Niacin is one of the eight water-soluble B-vitamins. Nicotinic acid and nicotinamide are the two most common forms of niacin found in food and supplements. Vitamin B3 helps to convert nutrients into energy and create cholesterol and fats. It also plays a role in the repair of DNA and has antioxidant effects. Why is vitamin B3 essential to the human body? Improves blood cholesterol levels Niacin helps in improving blood cholesterol levels. Niacin increases HDL levels and protects heart health. Vitamin B3 is essential for reducing levels of LDL and VLDL. Controlling Blood Pressure Niacin enhances the release of prostaglandins that help dilate blood…