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I have an itchy rash. What should I do?


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I have an itchy rash. What should I do?

Answer :

If little bumps or itchy rashes occur, this may be due to a "niacin flush" triggered by the small amount of additional niacin in the Weight Loss Formula. Niacin, or vitamin B3, is a powerful mobilizer of both fat and the embedded fat-soluble toxins. As a vasodilator, niacin increases the flow of blood to the skin, and in so doing, triggers a flushing sensation. While this can be mildly uncomfortable, it is not harmful, and in fact, may be beneficial to the cleansing process. This response can last from 20 minutes to about an hour and can be decreased by drinking plain water.

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