This review focuses on the growing body of literature suggesting ... recent data suggest that niacin has modest and transient effects on hemoglobin A1C levels in patients with diabetes, which ...

Boosting niacin also has an anti-inflammatory effect. This means it reduces inflammation—the body’s immune response—triggered by infections or diseases. In a study of people who were ...

In addition to effects on lipids, niacin has favorable effects on endothelial function and inflammatory markers. Extended-release niacin is the most commonly used prescription form of niacin and ...