rockdoc said:
I've been doing Niacin at that dose for years. Liver values are are all fine and always have been. I think the niacin is toxic thing is a myth.
It is not a myth. There are too many studies that show high dose niacin does impact liver values. Slow release niacin has a greater impact on the liver!
google: niacin liver damage
With that being said, you are right in that you know that niacin is not impacting your liver because you get your values checked! So for you, it is simply not the case.
halfcenturian said:
Hang onto your doublebiceps.... Dr.s Orders. To bring up my HDL.
Guess what, it works.
Yes, studies and real life experience prove you and your Dr. are dead-on.
I was put on high niacin to improve my levels and my liver values shot way up.
I think the differences between those who are "winging it" with out blood tests and Dr.'s supervision need to be aware of the risks they are taking in general.
Niacin has been proven to impact liver values. When you liver values go up, it indicates you liver may be under stress. I am just saying that for those who do not realize it and for the many who are just winging it.
Bottom line: Anyone who is taking high doses of niacin must have regular blood tests to measure their essential liver enzymes.
Add into the mix oral AAS, you run a real risk of impacting your liver. That is all I was trying to communicate.
No disrespect intended halfcenturian.
BTW: I cannot fit my hands around my biceps..and I have big hands.
lol...good discussion!