Duluth Labs Molecule of the Week (MOTW)
Nicotinamide
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This is another form of Vitamin B3 which contains an amide.
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This molecule is coupled with Adenine and is involved in all metabolic processes.
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This molecule plays an important role in ATP production and is hence included in pre-workout supplements.
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Calcitriol
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They call me Sunshine Vitamin or Vitamin D
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I help your body absorb enough Calcium needed to keep your bones strong and healthy
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I am produced in your kidney as an activated Vitamin D
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Naphthalene
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It is is a white, volatile, solid polycyclic hydrocarbon with a strong mothball odor.
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Its structure consists of a fused pair of benzene rings.
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It is the main ingredient of traditional mothballs.
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Acetaminophen
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It is typically used for mild to moderate pain.
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It does not have any anti-inflammatory effect.
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It is often found in many cold/flu medications.
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Glycerol