• Increased niacin intake is linked to reduced knee pain and better function in osteoarthritis (OA) patients.

• Specific subgroups, such as middle-aged individuals, women, and those with certain dietary habits, benefit more from increased niacin consumption.

• Niacin shows promise for enhancing the quality of life in knee OA patients by reducing pain and improving function.

Association between niacin intake and knee osteoarthritis pain and function: a longitudinal cohort study

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Association between niacin intake and knee osteoarthritis pain and function: a longitudinal cohort study - Clinical Rheumatology

Background This research investigates the relationship between niacin intake and knee osteoarthritis (OA) severity, focusing on pain and functional ability due to niacin’s role as a NAD(P)+ precursor, promoting cellular energy, and offering anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant effects. Methods The … Continue reading