He says niacin has several benefits for our health, including, “lowering “bad” cholesterol, including both LDL and Triglycerides, while also raising “good” cholesterol including HDL.

Niacin flush typically occurs when taking niacin in doses of 30 to 50 milligrams (mg) or more. Niacin supplements are often used to treat high cholesterol levels. Very high doses of 1,000 to 3,000 ...