Diseases and Deficiencies

 

NAD deficiencies are usually the result of a lack of niacin in the diet. Also since Tryptophan can be converted into NAD, in order for someone to have a NAD deficiency, they must also be deficient of Tryptophan. This usually occurs in diets that are dependent on corn, and results in a condition known as pellegra. People who regularly consume alcohol tend to be deficient of Niacin.

1. Neural Diseases

A deficiency in Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide or NAD can cause many serious problems and diseases. This coenzyme is key in the development of neural transmitters in the brain. If these transmitters are underdeveloped then neural diseases can develop. Diseases Like Parkinson's Disease and AlzheimerÕs Disease. (for more information on these specific diseases click to check out the links) Neural diseases are not the effect of a NAD deficiency.

2. Other Problems

Other problems that can appear are congestive heart failure, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

3. Overdose of Niacin

The recommended daily dosage of Niacin is 16mg, or 10 mg of NADH. An overdose can cause itching, burning sensations, vasodialation, and even death in very large amounts.

 

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