Wizard of Vitamins

NADH Vitamin

What is NADH?

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) is the active coenzyme form of vitamin B3. It plays an essential role in the energy production of every human cell.

NADH in Diets

NADH is found in the muscle tissue of fish and poultry and cattle, as well as in food products made with yeast. However, it is not known whether the NADH from these sources can be efficiently absorbed or utilized by the body. It is also available as a nutritional supplement.

NADH Medicinal Treatments

Chronic fatigue syndrome Parkinson’s disease Alzheimer’s disease Depression

Known Consequences of NADH Deficiency

NADH deficiency is known to occur only in the presence of vitamin B3 deficiency, which is rare in Western society except in some alcoholics.

NADH Recommended Dosages

Researchers have used 10 mg per day, taken with water only, on an empty stomach.

NADH Side Effects

Clinical studies of NADH using oral or intravenous administration have reported no side effects with up to one year or more of use. Longer-term use has not been evaluated. At the time of writing, there were no well-known drug interactions with NADH.