Picolinic Acid
Also known as: Picolinate
Description
Picolinic Acid is an isomer of Nicotinic Acid. It is manufactured endogenously within the human body (an average person manufactures 5 - 20 mg of Picolinic Acid per day within their Kidneys and Liver from other Amino Acids) and it is also a minor constituent of some foods. The primary reason for the body producing its own Picolinic Acid is to enhance the absorption of dietary Minerals.
Health Benefits of Picolinic Acid
Cells
Picolinic Acid may facilitate Growth (probably by facilitating the absorption of Zinc into Cells).
Skin
Picolinic Acid (10% gel applied topically) may alleviate Acne. [1]
Picolinic Acid may Enhance the Function of these Substances
Growth Factors
Picolinic Acid is a precursor for the production of Skin Respiratory Factor (SRF).
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