another B vitamin—it’s a potent vasodilator, meaning it helps relax and widen blood vessels, allowing oxygen-rich blood to reach your extremities more efficiently.
Here’s how it works:
Dilates arteries and capillaries, especially in the legs and feet
Lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries
Supports endothelial function—the inner lining of blood vessels that regulates blood pressure and flow
Reduces inflammation in vessel walls, a key factor in atherosclerosis
Many people report a “niacin flush”—a harmless, temporary tingling or warming sensation in the
