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Chemical names: Niacin, niacinamide

It is water soluble.
Deficiency may cause pellagra, with symptoms of diarrhea, dermatitis, and mental disturbance.
Good sources include: liver, heart, kidney, chicken, beef, fish (tuna, salmon), milk, eggs, avocados, dates, tomatoes, leafy vegetables, broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes, asparagus, nuts, whole-grains, legumes, mushrooms, and brewer’s yeast.

07 Apr 2026

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Neuroendocrine Tumours – Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Diet and Nutrition, Patient AdvocacyCarcinoid syndrome, Niacin, Pellagra, Peripheral Serotonin, Small intestine NET (SI NET), Tryptophan, Vitamin B3

Before you read thisThis information is designed to help you understand how vitamins work in the body and how certain NET-related factors might affect them. It is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Every NET patient is different — tumour type, treatments, surgery, symptoms, and nutritional needs can vary widely. If you have concerns about vitamin levels, supplements, or symptoms, please speak with your NET clinical team. They can assess your individual situation and guide you safely. What Vitamin B3 Is Vitamin B3 — also known as niacin, nicotinamide, or nicotinic acid — is an essential water‑soluble vitamin your…

23 May 2024

By Ronny Allan

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Neuroendocrine Cancer Nutrition Series Article 1 – Vitamin and Mineral Challenges

Diet and NutritionAnorexia, Carcinoid syndrome, Fat soluble vitamins, Fatigue, Malabsorption, Mineral, Neuroendocrine, Neuroendocrine cancer, Neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC), Nutrition, Vitamin A, Vitamin ADEK, Vitamin B complex, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B7, Vitamin B9, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Water soluble vitamins

Disclaimer: This Spotlight is for general information only and should not be used as a substitute for personalised medical advice. Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are diverse, and individual cases vary. Always discuss your specific situation, test results, and treatment options with your own specialist team. Content reflects current evidence and classifications at the time of writing and may evolve as new data emerge. Always speak to your specialist before taking vitamin and mineral supplements. Featuring Tara Whyand Vitamin deficiency is common in the general population so your issue may not be related to NET. But read on to learn…