W. Todd Penberthy, Ph.D.
His focus is on niacin and NAD biology in models of human neurodegenerative diseases, an area he studied while earning his degrees in biochemistry and developmental biology.
W. Todd Penberthy, Ph. D has a background in biochemistry and developmental biology. He now focuses on directing biomedical research related to niacin and NAD biology in models of human disease - with a special interest in autoimmune and neurodegenerative diseases.
Todd was mentored by Dr. Abram Hoffer, MD, Ph.D. on the biochemical mechanisms of action for niacin and NAD precursor molecules to identify responsive indications for high-dose niacin therapy including niacin/nicotinic acid, niacinamide, nicotinamide riboside, NMN and tryptophan.
Todd is a medical writer and consultant experienced in integrative psychiatry.
He has written several chapters discussing recent studies of the vitamins niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, and biotin.
Book Foreword authored by W. Todd Penberthy, Ph.D.
Niacin
The Real Story (2nd Edition)
Mar 21, 2023 | 300 PagesAlthough it is very small, the molecule Vitamin B3 (or niacin) has big effects on health; it assists in more than five hundred bodily reactions. Deficiencies of niacin can lead to illnesses, and high doses are sometimes a cure for other ailments. This newly updated and expanded second edition features:Updates on how to take niacin, with...Learn more about Niacin