BioCare Vitamin B3 30s
High potency vitamin B3 as niacin for energy and mental health and wellbeing.
- Ingredients: Bulking Agent (Cellulose), Niacin (as Nicotinamide), Capsule Shell (HPMC), Anti-Caking Agent (Magnesium Stearate)
This product is suitable for the following requirements:
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
Daily Intake Amount: One capsule
| Ingredient | Amount | % NRV* |
|---|---|---|
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 100mg | 625 |
* NRV is the Nutrient Reference Value
✝ NRV not yet established
This product is hypoallergenic / does not contain any of the 14 major allergens listed in Annex II (1169/2011) of the EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation.
- Length: 18
- Quantity: 30
- Directions: One capsule taken daily with food or as professionally directed.
- Certified Vegan
- Certified Vegetarian
- Vegan
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