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New thinking on niacin use
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Image: Thinkstock A typical dose is 1.5 to 2 grams, far larger and riskier than the RDA of 15 milligrams per day. |
Using niacin to raise "good" cholesterol doesn't lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
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