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Vitamin B3, also known as niacin, is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in many body processes, including the conversion of food into energy, maintaining the health of the nervous system, and supporting the skin. But what does it do in the online smartshop? This vitamin B3 is based on nicotinic acid. It causes a warm, tingling sensation and temporary redness of the skin because it temporarily dilates the blood vessels. An effect also known as flushing or blushing. For these reasons, customers often specifically buy nicotinic acid B3 in combination with microdosing magic truffles and lion’s mane. Together, this combo is known as the Stamets Stack.
Microdosing with the Stamets Stack
Popular among microdosers is combining nicotinic acid vitamin B3 and lion’s mane mushroom extract with a low amount of a psychedelic substance such as magic truffles. A method invented by Paul Stamets, the world’s most famous amateur mycologist. Stamets theorized that the blushing caused by this form of vitamin B3 could trigger an entourage effect during microdosing. Here is his dosing schedule:
- 0.5 to 1.5 grams of magic truffles
- 500 - 1000 mg of lion’s mane extract
- 50 - 200 mg of niacin (B3) in the form of nicotinic acid
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Microdosing Schedule
- Day 1 to 4: microdosing
- Day 5 to 7: no microdosing
- Repeat for 4 weeks
- Pause microdosing for 2 to 4 weeks (you can continue taking Lion’s Mane) - then you can start again
Take once a day during a meal.
Forms of Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 comes in two main forms: niacinamide (nicotinamide) and nicotinic acid. Niacinamide is most common in supplements, precisely because it does not cause flushing. Nicotinic acid, on the other hand, can cause a "flush" effect, a temporary redness of the skin with a warm feeling, caused by vasodilation.
The Flush Variant: Nicotinic Acid
This jar contains 100 tablets, each with 100 mg of nicotinic acid. Although the flush effect is sometimes perceived as uncomfortable, it also has benefits, including a proven placebo effect. You feel the effect of nicotinic acid, making you aware that you have taken it.
Benefits of Vitamin B3
- Vitamin B3 promotes energy metabolism.
- For maintaining normal skin and mucous membranes.
- Contributes to normal psychological functioning.
- Good for learning performance, concentration, and memory.
- Vitamin B3 helps reduce fatigue and tiredness.
- Has a positive influence on the functioning of the nervous system.
Combination with Microdosing and Lion's Mane
The combination of nicotinic acid with microdosing and Lion's Mane mushroom is an innovative approach. Microdosing, the intake of very small amounts of psychedelics, has been researched for its potential to enhance creativity, productivity, and emotional well-being. Lion's Mane is a mushroom known for its neuroprotective properties. The synergistic effect of nicotinic acid with these two supplements is promising.
Content and Composition
100 tablets each containing 100 mg of vitamin B3 (Niacin) in the form of nicotinic acid (625% of the Recommended Daily Allowance or RDA).
Excipients (Vegan)
Fillers (cellulose, rice extract), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate, rapeseed oil), humectant (glycerol), and stabilizer (vegetable stearic acid).