p.s. There is very compelling evidence and clinical results from the psychology field that schizophrenia, panic disorder etc are indeed a result of chronic DEFICIENCY of nutrients/minerals, with Niacin being frequently supplemented with amazing success.

It's a chicken/egg scenario - Many in mainstream are of the belief the mind somehow 'goes wrong' - then the body exhibits symptoms, while the other side of the fence are gaining results with treating imbalances of the body, which alongside such treatment produces amazing mental/psychological health.

If i had to bat for either team - i'd opt for the latter.. personal experience aswell as many years of research has shifted me to belief also that a depleted/toxic/infected/imbalanced body leads to an imbalanced mind-set.

Candida as a cause of anxiety? I've not heard of that but will check into it, thanks. I'm going to try the niacin, its nice to learn of ideas that may help which are not drugs.

Thanks for the tips Omo,

I had just recently read on the wiki page about niacin and the liver toxicity being due to the slow release form, and studies showed it not to be the case with flushing niacin.

I cannot recall the dosages though so would be intriguing to look into.

Niacin does intrigue me - as after the one massive 750mg dose i took - and flushed instantly for an hour...whole body itch, rashes and intense heat! - the next day i felt energised....it was sooo different to the months of constant fatigue. All i had done different was the niacin addition to my regime.

I've been wanting to do it again but haven't at that dose. The flush was extremely off-putting.
When i took a tiny bit from the capsule to try again - i felt the flush - not nearly as intense...but the most interesting effect was when i looked in the mirror - after 2 hrs of taking it (approx 50mg) - my face was still red and incredibly ALL the lines on my face looked extremely deep. I looked like i had aged 20 yrs in 2 hours!

I have no idea how it could have caused this. I was well hydrated.
The next morning i looked in the mirror to observe this and amazingly the effect had gone and i looked 34 again!

It was quite awful really to experience and i'm glad i didn't take it before going out!!! hahaa...

I'm yet to be tested but medical history suggests high histamine levels and under-methylation - do you think that could have had an impact on this niacin 'aging' effect i experienced?

Anyone else experience the 'aging' effect of facial lines after taking niacin?

yes OMO, I am SO happy you mentioned that time release is reportedly NOT good for you.


to people who need to start with super low doses of niacin check this out, and for the first time split it in half. ALSO take at the very end of the meal to slow absorption.

http://www.iherb.com/product-reviews/Natural-Factors-Niacin-100-mg-90-Tablets...


by the way, I actually ENJOY the flush but I have done it enough times to know that it only reaches a certain feeling. the first time it was unnerving because of the unknown and I flushed from head to toe (literally).

Omo,
Could you help me understand what the methyl groups are, and to know if you are under methylation or over methylation, and how niacin reacts to it. I just started niacin but need to be sure I'm doing the right thing not to cause more harm elsewhere. Thank U, NanN

The niacinamide form of vitamin B3 has a reputation for allowing people with certain liver problems to tolerate some foods and chemicals, even some natural chemical byproducts of normal body chemistry.

We occasionally hear that reported in the heavy metal detox groups, especially in those with a combination of arsenic plus mercury.

You may do better by taking smaller doses several times per day.

Andy Cutler has written on that subject. It helps people to focus in on the food groups, etc that are most likely to cause the problems. He then adds suggested supplements, etc to help the affected liver detox process(es).