Duluth Labs Molecule of the Week (MOTW)

Nicotinamide

Nicotinamide

  • This is another form of Vitamin B3 which contains an amide.

  • This molecule is coupled with Adenine and is involved in all metabolic processes.

  • This molecule plays an important role in ATP production and is hence included in pre-workout supplements.

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Calcitriol

Calcitriol

  • They call me Sunshine Vitamin or Vitamin D

  • I help your body absorb enough Calcium needed to keep your bones strong and healthy

  • I am produced in your kidney as an activated Vitamin D 

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Naphthalene

Naphthalene

  • It is is a white, volatile, solid polycyclic hydrocarbon with a strong mothball odor.

  • Its structure consists of a fused pair of benzene rings.

  • It is the main ingredient of traditional mothballs.

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Acetaminophen

Acetaminophen

  • It is typically used for mild to moderate pain. 

  • It does not have any anti-inflammatory effect. 

  • It is often found in many cold/flu medications.

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Glycerol

Glycerol

It is a colorless, odorless liquid.
It is a natural moisturizer
It is used in a variety of personal care products.

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