In many women and men, PP has recently been of particular interest. This vitamin has earned such popularity due to its positive effect on the hair, energy, well-being and sleep of a person. It turns out that nicotinic acid prevents the onset of depression and rapid fatigue of the body, improves sleep. In the world, niacin is the most effective anti-pellagra remedy. Interesting? Read on about the significance of the above substance for the human body.
What is vitamin PP?
This useful substance in addition to the above name has other designations:
niacin, nicotinic acid, nicotinamide. It should be noted that due to the powerful therapeutic effect that it produces on the body, official medicine equates PP with drugs.
Vitamin B3 is extremely beneficial for the human body.
This is especially true for people who subject their body to regular physical exertion, work in hot rooms (workshops) or in hot climates. Also, niacin is indicated for pilots, telephone operators and dispatchers, because their activity is associated with constant nervous tension.
In addition, doctors recommend the use of the above vitamin for women who are breastfeeding, and pregnant women.
Nicotinic acid and nicotinamide are two active forms of the PP substance. Vitamin B3 in animal products is contained in the form of the second form, in plant products - in the form of the first form.
But there is still a slight difference between the above two substances. Niacin has a more pronounced effect on blood vessels.
It received its name PP vitamin in 1937. It means "warning pellagra."
Niacin: properties
Vitamin PP is very important for a person. The role in the body of this substance is quite significant:
- niacin is involved in oxidative and reduction processes;
- positive effect on metabolism;
- participates in the processes of converting sugar and fat into energy;
- reduces the amount of cholesterol in the blood;
- prevents the formation of blood clots;
- reliably protects the heart and its system from various diseases;
- affects the process of juice production in the stomach;
- stimulates the liver and pancreas;
- accelerates the movement of food in the digestive tract;
- participates in the formation of red blood cells in the blood;
- affects the synthesis of hemoglobin;
- creates a hormonal background in the human body;
- prevents the development of diabetes;
- regulates arterial pressure;
- lowers triglyceride levels in the blood;
- promotes joint mobility;
- relieves pain in case of problems with the musculoskeletal system;
- calms the nervous system as a whole;
- prevents the development of a depressive state, emotional disorders, schizophrenia.
Therefore, the above substance is vital for any person.
Vitamin PP for hair
Nicotinic acid is very often used for problems with the hairline. Scientists have proven that the use of the above substances actively accelerates hair growth. This is due to the fact that niacin well dilates blood vessels, improves blood circulation and the transport of oxygen and beneficial trace elements to the hair roots.
The cells of the latter, in turn, begin to update rapidly. It is worth noting that nicotinic acid prevents hair discoloration, that is, graying, as it affects the body's production of a special pigment, which is responsible for maintaining their color.
Vitamin PP for hair is not taken rectally or as an injection. These methods will not bring the desired results. Mostly hair masks are used, in which vitamin PP is added. The price of one package of the above drug is from 25 to 40 rubles. But in pharmacies, sometimes pharmacists offer more expensive drugs with niacin content. These are mainly analogues of the drug, which are produced abroad.
Hair masks based on niacin
Mixtures for the treatment of hair problems are prepared as follows:
- 2-3 niacin ampoules;
- tablespoon aloe juice or ginger.
Mix the above components well. Rub the resulting mask into clean hair. The course of therapy is about 2 weeks. Then it is advisable to take a break.
You can also prepare a mask based on nicotinic acid (1-3 ampoules) and propolis tincture. It should also be rubbed into the hair. Experts warn that if any side effects appear (skin rash, headache), treatment should be stopped.
What foods contain niacin?
It should be noted that the above substance is present in almost all foods of plant and animal origin. Contains Vitamin PP in Foods:
- potatoes;
- carrot;
- broccoli;
- legumes;
- Tomatoes
- cereals;
- peanut;
- corn flour;
- dates;
- yeast;
- milk;
- wheat seedlings;
- beef liver;
- chicken meat;
- turkey;
- pork;
- cheese;
- eggs
- fish.
Knowing where the above beneficial substance is contained, you can diversify your daily diet with these products.
Daily requirement of nicotinic acid
Experts say that every day in the daily diet of each person should be present vitamin PP. Niacin is necessary for the normal and uninterrupted operation of the body in the following quantities:
- for a healthy man, from 16 to 28 mg per day;
- for a woman of middle childbearing age - at least 14 mg per day.
If a person lacks vitamin PP, his body reacts with the following phenomena:
- fast fatiguability;
- lethargy;
- insomnia;
- irritability;
- dryness and pallor of the skin;
- hair loss;
- lack of appetite;
- constipation
- cardiopalmus.
But an excess of nicotinic acid can also cause some health problems, including the following:
- skin rash;
- fainting
- itching
Reviews on the use of niacin
Now you can find quite a lot of responses from people who used nicotinic acid to treat afforestation and other hair health problems. Both men and women note that this tool soon resumed hair growth and strengthened them. For this, only two or three ampoules of the above drug were enough. People rubbed them into the scalp and the effect was not long in coming.
In addition, this tool was actively used by elderly patients. They note that nicotinic acid helped them maintain their natural hair color and prevent premature graying.
Vitamin PP plays a crucial role in the human body. Our hair, energy, sleep, good mood, daily vigor - all this depends on nicotinic acid. Only specialists warn that if you decide to take niacin, it is not recommended to do this on your own without the supervision of a doctor.