Daily vitamin B3 dose cuts skin cancer risk by up to 54%
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- Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) reduces skin cancer risk by 14% on average and up to 54% for those with prior skin cancer.
- Study analyzed 33,822 US veterans, showing niacinamide's effectiveness against basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas.
- Niacinamide aids in DNA repair and reduces immunosuppressive effects of UV exposure.
- The 2015 ONTRAC trial in Australia showed a 23% reduction in non-melanoma skin cancers with niacinamide use.
- Niacinamide is a low-cost, over-the-counter supplement with minimal side effects, making it a practical preventive measure.
- Researchers emphasize the need for broader demographic studies to confirm findings.
- Non-melanoma skin cancers cost the US over $8 billion annually, with $4.8 billion spent on non-melanoma types.
- Niacinamide is most effective when started early, particularly after the first skin cancer diagnosis.