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Niacin is also known as niacinamide, nicotinic acid, nicotinyl alcohol tartrate and Vitamin B3. But what is Niacin and what are the functions of Niacin?

Vitamin B6 is also known as Pyridoxine and a group of compounds pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. Body needs Vitamin B6 for making body proteins. Some Vitamin B6 is stored in muscle tissue but because of the limitation of this we need regular intake of Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 is good for the nervous system and prevents homocysteine build-up in the blood. Vitamin B6 converts tryptophan (an amino acid) to niacin. It also enables the body to manufacture and convert amino acids and metabolise proteins.

Halibut is an excellent fish for health. It is a unique and sweet flavoured fish, with white flesh and extremely nutritious. It is one of the largest salt water fishes and mainly found in Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Halibut is a flat fish of the genus Hippoglossus, it belongs to the Pleuronectidae. Halibut is excellent sources of tryptophan and selenium. It contains very good amounts of protein, niacin, phosphorous and magnesium.

Artichoke is a highly nutritious vegetable and a great food for overall health. It has number of medicinal benefits and it doesn't contain any fat or cholesterol. Extracts of artichoke leaves and roots are excellent for the health. Artichoke tea is known for its positive effect on the digestive system. It has a very impressive nutritional profile. Artichoke contains great amounts of dietary fiber, magnesium and chromium. Also, it's a wonderful source of manganese, folic acid, Vitamin C and biotin. In addition, it contains significant amount of potassium, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine and Vitamin A. But above all, artichoke is known for its antioxidant properties. It is called the powerhouse of antioxidants and this makes it one of the best foods for heart.

Excessive nutrient or vitamin overdose of course just as unhealthy with malnutrition. Vitamin A overdose can cause nausea,blurred vision..

Corn is a large grain plant with leafy stalk, which produces ears. The ears contain the grain, which is used as starch. Corn benefits are many. Sweet corn contains fiber, folate, niacin, and some vitamin A. Folate reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. The intestinal track runs smoothly because of the fiber.