NAC, or N-acetylcysteine, is a natural compound produced in the human body. While it can be synthesized from other amino acids, if their dietary intake is too low, direct supplementation with NAC becomes essential. NAC is crucial in helping with antioxidant production, immune health, cellular damage, and much more.
What is NAC?
N-acetylcysteine (NAC), also known as Acetylcysteine, is a dietary supplement.
NAC is considered semi-essential because your body can produce it from other amino acids, namely methionine and serine. It becomes essential only when dietary intake of methionine and serine is low.
Cysteine is found in most high protein foods, such as chicken, turkey, yogurt, cheese, eggs, sunflower seeds, and legumes.
Acetylcysteine was initially patented in 1960 and came into medical use in 1968.
How does NAC work?
Based on animal studies, NAC is valued primarily for its role in antioxidant production. NAC is necessary to make and replenish glutathione, which is essential for immune health and for fighting cellular damage. It may even contribute to longevity.
Its antioxidant properties can be beneficial for helping with infertility, heart disease, and some mental health conditions.
NAC can also help with the body’s detoxification process. Thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, it can also be used to prevent or reduce kidney and liver damage.
NAC can relieve symptoms of respiratory conditions by acting as an expectorant, loosening mucus in your air passageways.
Animal studies have shown that NAC may stabilize blood sugar by decreasing inflammation in fat cells and thereby improve insulin resistance.
Recommended daily dose: 0.6g to 2.7g. Do not exceed.
Shelf life: 2 years.
Possible adverse effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatus, and gastroesophageal reflux.
Free measuring spoon included. The spoon holds 0.4g NAC and is dishwasher safe. For other products, please note that density may differ and the spoon may hold a different mass.
Store in a cool, dark place. Keep away from children.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or MHRA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
