Nutrients

Foods High in Niacin (B3)

Niacin (Vitamin B3) is important for DNA repair, cell signalling, and energy metabolism. The recommended daily value is 16mg NE.

Ranked by Niacin (B3) content per 100g. Source: USDA FoodData Central .

Propel Kiwi Strawberry Water

Beverages

250mg

1563% DV

Liquid IV Lemon Lime

Beverages

137.5mg

859% DV

Yeast Extract

Vegetables

127.5mg

797% DV

Yeast Leavening Agents

Proteins

40.2mg

251% DV

UNILEVER Beverages

Proteins

38.44mg

240% DV

Rice Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

35.3mg

221% DV

Crude Rice Bran

Proteins

33.99mg

212% DV

RALSTON CRISP RICE Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

28.97mg

181% DV

Instant Coffee

Beverages

28.08mg

176% DV

Defatted Peanut Flour

Proteins

27mg

169% DV

Unprepared Incaparina Mix (Corn And Soy Flours)

Proteins

27mg

169% DV

Chocolate Powder Beverages

Proteins

25.6mg

160% DV

Nutritional Shake Mix Beverages

Proteins

25mg

156% DV

White Sorghum Bran

Whole Grains

24.65mg

154% DV

RALSTON Crispy Hexagons Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

24.14mg

151% DV

Red (Sockeye) Salmon

Proteins

22.75mg

142% DV

Seared Tuna

Seafood

22.07mg

138% DV

Meat Extender

Proteins

22.02mg

138% DV

RALSTON Corn Biscuits Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Grains & Cereals

21.83mg

136% DV

Corn Flakes

Grains & Cereals

21.03mg

131% DV

MALT-O-MEAL Cereals

Proteins

20.31mg

127% DV

Anchovies

Seafood

19.903mg

124% DV

Anchovy

Seafood

19.903mg

124% DV

Lucky Charms

Grains & Cereals

18.52mg

116% DV

Ahi Tuna

Seafood

18.48mg

116% DV

Tuna

Proteins

18.475mg

115% DV

OVALTINE Beverages

Beverages

18.18mg

114% DV

Rich Chocolate Beverages

Beverages

18.18mg

114% DV

GENERAL MILLS Cereals Ready-To-Eat

Proteins

17.9mg

112% DV

Cheerios

Grains & Cereals

17.86mg

112% DV

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods are highest in Niacin (B3)?

The top foods highest in Niacin (B3) per 100g are: Propel Kiwi Strawberry Water (250mg/100g), Liquid IV Lemon Lime (137.5mg/100g), Yeast Extract (127.5mg/100g). See the full ranked list above. Data source: USDA FoodData Central.

What is the recommended daily value for Niacin (B3)?

The recommended daily value (DV) for Niacin (B3) is 16mg for adults, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Why is Niacin (B3) important?

Niacin (Vitamin B3) is important for DNA repair, cell signalling, and energy metabolism. The recommended daily value is 16mg NE.

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