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NAD functions most often in energy producing reactions involving the catabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and alcohol.
NAD functions most often in energy producing reactions involving the catabolism of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and alcohol.
NADP functions more often in anabolic reactions, such as in the synthesis of all macromolecules, including fatty acids and cholesterol.
NADP functions more often in anabolic reactions, such as in the synthesis of all macromolecules, including fatty acids and cholesterol.
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Niacin varies with age and sex. Generally, all infants regardless of sex and under the age of 6 months require a daily intake of niacin of 2mg (milligrams); from 6 months to 1 year 4mg daily. 1-3 years, 6mg;
4-8 8mg; 9-13 12mg; 14 and older males 16mg, females 14mg unless pregnant or breastfeeding which raises the requirement to 18mg.