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Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a vitamin that people sometimes take to lower their cholesterol or manage high levels of fat in the blood. While niacin can be helpful when used correctly, taking ...

Overweight dogs have higher eye pressure than lean dogs, potentially increasing their risk of glaucoma and other vision problems.