NUTRITION

Vitamin B & Lowering Cholesterol

Vitamin B & Lowering Cholesterol. Part of the series: Nutrition & Vitamins. The type of vitamin B that lowers cholesterol is called niacin, and it is available by prescription in high doses, though the side effects can include flushing, headache, nausea and vomiting. See a doctor about taking vitamin B to lower cholesterol with healthy advice from a registered and licensed dietitian in this free video on nutrition.