Does Niacin help with anxiety?
Possibly — but there are few reports. 93% of 14 people who reported on Niacin for anxiety say it improved. 0% noticed no change and 7% say it got worse.
Anxiety: what users report
93%better14 reports · few reports
13 better0 no change1 worse
What people say about Niacin and anxiety
“I take nicotine and the B3 niacin. I think it helps with anxiety. 100mg dose.”
What the research says
AResearch: Strong114 meta-analyses · 379 trials on PubMed
None of the top reviews we found look specifically at anxiety. See all research on Niacin.
Side effects people mention
flushing 29flush 5stomach issues 2liver damage 2niacin flush 2
What else is Niacin used for?
Based on few reports — treat as anecdotal. Information only — not medical advice. How we count