Nicotinamide riboside
Nicotinamide riboside (pronunciation: ni-koh-tin-a-mide ri-bo-side) is a pyridine-nucleoside form of vitamin B3 that functions as a precursor to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide or NAD+.
Etymology
The term "Nicotinamide riboside" is derived from its components: "Nicotinamide" is a compound made from nicotinic acid, a type of vitamin B3, and "riboside" refers to its chemical structure, which includes a ribose sugar molecule.
Function
Nicotinamide riboside is converted in the body into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a crucial coenzyme that plays a significant role in cellular metabolism. NAD+ is involved in several key biological processes, including energy metabolism, DNA repair, cell survival, and aging.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nicotinamide riboside
- Wikipedia's article - Nicotinamide riboside
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