Raynaud's phenomenon

Vitamin B3 - Inositol hexaniacinate reduces blood vessel spasm; improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Take 2-4 g of inositol hexaniacinate daily, in divided doses, for many months. Use this dosage under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Vitamin B3 - Niacin reduces blood vessel spasm; improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Take up to 2 g of niacin daily, in divided doses, for many months. Use this dosage under the control of an experienced practitioner.

DHA is an omega 3 fatty acid; reduces blood vessel spasm; improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Take 1-2 g of DHA daily, in divided doses, for many months.

EPA is an omega 3 fatty acid; reduces blood vessel spasm; improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Take 2.5-3.5 g of EPA daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Fish oil contains omega 3 fatty acids; reduces blood vessel spasm; improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Take 10-20 g of fish oil daily, containing 18% EPA and 12% DHA, in divided doses, for many months.

Ginkgo improves blood circulation; alleviates pain; alleviates symptoms. Take 180-360 mg of standardized ginkgo extract daily, containing 24% of flavone glycosides, in divided doses, for many months.

Vitamin E improves blood circulation; used for treatment. Take 400-800 IU of vitamin E daily, in divided doses, for many months.

GLA improves blood circulation; alleviates symptoms. Apply black currant seed oil or borage oil or evening primrose oil containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label. Use with oral GLA.