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NAC

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is an amino acid that provides significant benefits by increasing the body’s production of glutathione and neutralizing free radicals to support detoxification.

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Product insights

  • N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is a precursor to glutathione, a powerful antioxidant crucial for cellular defense and detoxification processes within the liver and other tissues.
  • NAC's mucolytic properties help to break down disulfide bonds in mucus, promoting easier clearance of respiratory secretions and supporting healthy sinus and lung function.
  • NAC supports the body's natural detoxification pathways by binding to toxic metabolites, including heavy metals, facilitating their removal from the body.
  • By enhancing glutathione production and directly neutralizing free radicals, NAC helps maintain a balanced inflammatory response throughout the body.

Suggested use

From the manufacturer
Take 1 capsule two to three times daily or as recommended by a health-care practitioner.

What it supports

6 benefits
  • Supports natural respiratory tract clearance.
  • Promotes healthy immune cell function.
  • Enhances antioxidant activity and glutathione production.
  • Supports liver and kidney detoxification processes.
  • Aids in neutralizing free radicals.
  • Protects against toxic insults.

What's in it

Per serving
Ingredient
Amount
% Daily Value
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
500 mg
**
Other ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
** Daily Value not established.

The research

2 cited studies
1.
NAC and Respiratory Health

Research indicates that NAC can reduce the severity and duration of respiratory infections by thinning mucus and supporting antioxidant defenses in the lungs.

2.
NAC and Liver Detoxification

Studies suggest that NAC protects the liver from damage caused by toxins and medications by increasing glutathione levels and reducing oxidative stress.