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Higher dietary niacin intake linked to lower prevalence of COPD

February 19, 2024

Higher intake of dietary niacin correlates with a lower prevalence of COPD in adults, with the protective effect intensifying as niacin consumption increases.

• The study included 7,055 participants, divided into COPD (n = 243) and non-COPD (n = 6,812) groups.
• Individuals with COPD had lower average niacin intake (21.39 ± 0.62 mg/day) compared with the non-COPD group (25.29 ± 0.23 mg/day, p < 0.001). Subgroup analysis revealed no significant interaction effects.
• Further research is needed to establish optimal dosage and timing and to assess whether niacin as an alternative therapy can enhance lung ventilation function and effectively prevent COPD.

Source:

Wen-Wen, L. et al. (2024, February 4). Sci Rep. Association of dietary niacin intake with the prevalence and incidence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38311664/