New Roots Herbal's N-Acetyl-Cysteine 500 mg (NAC) is an acetylated form of the amino acid cysteine which is more efficiently absorbed. It is also an antioxidant that is helpful at fighting viruses. It is commonly used to help break down mucus and to protect from acetaminophen toxicity.
In addition, NAC helps the body to synthesize the antioxidant glutathione. NAC helps to reduce plasma-cell adhesion in Type 2 Diabetes patients.
While NAC does reduce the amount of damage to the lungs from cigarette smoking, it does not completely protect them from damage. NAC is effective in the repair of lung damage from the inhalation of airborne chemicals.
NAC is also used as a liver protectant and appears effective in reducing complications related to liver transplants.
NAC appears to inhibit HIV replication in a laboratory setting. Supplementation appears to slow the decline of immune functions in HIV patients.
When used with glutamine, NAC helps in the production of glutathione, an antioxidant and peptide (short protein-like molecule) synthesized in the body from the three amino acids L-glutamic acid, L-cysteine, and Glycine.
Glutathione is one of the body's most important and powerful antioxidants. A major function of vitamin C is to keep glutathione, L-cysteine, and N-acetylcysteine in reduced form so that they can continue to have their powerful free radical-quenching effects.
Directions:
Adults: Take 1Â capsule twice daily, with a meal, or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Cautions:
Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have kidney stones.
Do not use this product if you are taking antibiotics or nitroglycerin.
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