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What it is
Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for human health. It occurs naturally in foods like meat, fish, eggs, and grains. It can also be produced synthetically for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Niacin is added to foods as a nutrient to help fortify them, making them more nutritious. It is commonly found in enriched grain products like breads, cereals, and pasta, as well as in snack bars and cookies.
Health notes
Niacin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient. The FDA permits its use as a food additive to enrich foods. JECFA has evaluated niacin and established an acceptable daily intake. At typical dietary levels, niacin functions as an essential vitamin. High doses, usually from supplements, can cause side effects like flushing, itching, and liver problems, but these are not associated with typical food fortification levels.
Allergen info
Niacin itself is not one of the nine major FDA allergens, nor does it contain gluten. It is not derived from any of these sources.
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Marble Rye Loaf, Marble Rye
268kcal
8.9Protein
2.7Fat
51.8Carbs
Chiu Hop Company
Very Berry Bagels
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
268kcal
9.9Protein
1.4Fat
54.9Carbs
Dewey's Bakery, Inc.
Raspberry Hearts Powdered Sugar Shortbread Cookies, Raspberry Hearts
464kcal
3.6Protein
21.4Fat
64.3Carbs
Flowers Foods, Inc.
Classic Hamburger Enriched Buns, Classic
298kcal
8.5Protein
4.3Fat
55.3Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Strawberry Fruit&Grain Cereal Bars, Strawberry
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
351kcal
2.7Protein
8.1Fat
64.9Carbs
Chuckanut Bay Foods, LLC
Vegan Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake , Chocolate Truffle
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving
296kcal
3.7Protein
14.8Fat
38.9Carbs