Jean-Luis wrote: > Niacin is known to lower Lp(a) levels. Thanks for the reference. What levels does the study suggest is needed for lowering Lp(a) levels? Atkins wrote: "A forceful and fast way to rein in blood fats is a daily dose of 1.5-3.0 grams of niacin" (Atkins Newsletter 9/96). Niacin also elevates HDL levels by 15-35% (Internal Medicine News, 10/15/95, p. 41). Atkins recommends a flushless alternative, inositol hexanicotinate. Ed Campbell, DC,CSCS