Bipolar disorders are a complex mood disorder condition that isn’t really one complete diagnosis. In past years it was known as Manic-Depressive disorder but the name was changed to avoid some of the social stigma that is related to depression. However, the reality remains the same.

People who experience bipolar disorder suffer from periods of depression that is somewhat different from the depression suffered in a Major Depressive Disorder and periods of mania or hypomania in which they have excess energy, creativity and aggression. These distinct episodes can also be mixed which presents in a variety of way depending upon the individual.

Niacin is a form of Vitamin B that is essential to the function of the human body. Researchers have found that it has many beneficial effects such as decreasing the bad cholesterol – HDL – and is essential in the production of energy from blood sugar. Despite the variety of nutritional sources and how essential it is to the body there are times when it can be deficient.

There are potential problems when taking niacin in larger doses that have led to emergency room visits. Individuals who are considering supplementing their diets with niacin should consult with their physician to maintain the correct dosage and not risk the side effects of an over dose. Those people who have experienced these over doses will suffer from flushing of the skin over the entire body, sometimes with a fine red rash and with a drop in blood pressure. This drop in blood pressure can be dangerous in those whose blood pressure is already lower than normal.