Niacin (3.6%) — from Basil Leaf

With-Meal Capsule: 100–300 mg powder with a regular meal provides ≈3.6–10.8 mg niacin (3.6% = 36 mg/g). Keep the same mealtime daily for consistency.

Sachet To-Go: Pack 100–300 mg single-serve sticks for travel or work routines; mix with citrus water or smoothie bases.

Gummies: Target ≈2–5 mg niacin per 4 g gummy using ≈55–140 mg powder (≈1.4%–3.5% w/w); pilot flavour/acid balance.

Smoothie Add-In: 100–200 mg into a breakfast smoothie for an easy daily habit stack.

Stack Idea: Pair with other water-soluble B items in a simple with-meal routine; add one change at a time and track adherence.

Plant-Derived Source: Sweet basil leaf origin suits clean-label builds.

Predictable Dosing: 3.6% assay simplifies mg math for capsules and gummies.

Format-Friendly: Neutral-to-herbaceous profile works in capsules, gummies, sachets and smoothies.

Clean & Compact: Standardized strength supports tidy formulation without stimulants.

Serving Size: 1 capsule or scoop (≈ 100–300 mg powder)

Ingredients: Niacin (3.6%) Extract Powder (from Ocimum basilicum leaves)

Does Not Contain: Added sugar, caffeine, artificial colours

Allergen Information: Vegan; gluten-free; dairy-free. Herb-derived; review if sensitive to Lamiaceae herbs.

Usage Recommendation: Take 100–300 mg once daily with meals (≈3.6–10.8 mg niacin). If stacking with other actives, add one change at a time and space ~90 minutes from medications as a routine practice.

Storage Advice: Store cool, dry & dark. Keep tightly sealed away from direct sunlight.

Keep Away From Children

Q: How do I place plant-derived Niacin (3.6%) into a simple daily routine?

A: Keep it with food and make it identical day to day. A practical starting point is 100–300 mg powder with your most reliable meal, which provides roughly 3.6–10.8 mg niacin at a 3.6% assay. Hold everything else steady—sleep, hydration, meal timing, and movement—so you can actually see the impact of this single change. Maintain the same serving for two to four weeks before adjusting. If you’re building a stack later, add only one new variable at a time and track adherence and comfort; consistency beats tinkering and keeps evaluation clear and honest.

Claim strength: Emerging

Claim-strength scale – High = multiple human studies; Moderate = a few trials; Emerging = early lab data.

Q: What’s the practical difference between basil-derived niacin and common synthetic formats for formulation?

A: This ingredient supplies standardized niacin within a botanical leaf matrix from Ocimum basilicum, which many formulators choose for clean-label positioning, neutral taste, and a recognizable source story. Synthetic formats can be highly pure and compact, but they do not offer the same plant-origin narrative. Choose based on build and workflow: capsules favour precision and small serving sizes; gummies and sachets favour ease and adherence. Whichever you pick, lock the serving to the same mealtime, run a two-to-four-week check-in, and avoid frequent product switches that blur evaluation and confuse your pilot data.

Claim strength: Moderate

Q: How do I set gummy strength without overcomplicating the formula?

A: Decide the per-gummy niacin target first—say 2, 3, or 5 mg—then back-calculate powder using the 3.6% assay (36 mg per gram). That translates to ≈55 mg, ≈85 mg, or ≈140 mg powder in a 4 g pectin gummy (≈1.4%–3.5% w/w). Keep acids and flavours consistent while you pilot, disperse the powder thoroughly to avoid hot spots, and document every batch variable. Store cool and dry; heat and light can degrade actives. Run a small stability check before scaling, then lock your SOP once taste, texture, and uniformity meet your targets for repeatability.

Claim strength: Emerging

Q: Can I stack Niacin with other B-vitamins without overcomplicating things?

A: Yes—start with one anchor habit first: 100–300 mg Niacin 3.6% powder at a consistent meal. After a week, add a simple B-complex or single B item if needed, keeping timing and portion sizes steady. Leave ~90 minutes from medications as a general routine practice. Track comfort, adherence, and any workflow friction (capsule vs gummy vs stick) in a simple log. Adjust gradually rather than chasing higher totals; the goal is a repeatable routine that fits real days, not perfect days, so you keep it going long enough to evaluate results with confidence.

Claim strength: Emerging