Improve your health with NAC
N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) is a free amino acid and an essential component of the body’s antioxidant defense system. It is derived from the amino acid cysteine, which the body uses in the formation of glutathione, one of the main antioxidants and detoxifying compounds. These antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties make it an effective natural therapy for people suffering from oxidative stress. Intense physical activity, as well as exposure to environmental pollutants, lifestyle factors, and certain degenerative diseases, can increase the production of free radicals that cause harmful effects exceeding the body's ability to counteract them.
Exposure to free radicals or environmental toxins depletes glutathione concentration in our cells. Glutathione directly binds to many fat-soluble toxins, including heavy metals, solvents, and pesticides, and converts them into a water-soluble form for more effective excretion by the kidneys. NAC helps replenish glutathione reserves. Taking a NAC supplement can increase glutathione levels more effectively than a glutathione supplement alone (Kasperczyk et al., 2014). This is because glutathione breaks down in the gastrointestinal tract, whereas NAC does not; it passes into the bloodstream intact.
Just as importantly, clinical evidence has shown that NAC supplementation increases the body's ability to help reduce the severity and frequency of flu-like symptoms in adults over 65. In terms of lung support, NAC goes even further. It has been used clinically since the 1960s to treat lung and airway disorders, including chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
If you wish to increase your antioxidant intake to boost your immune system, or if you have a high level of oxidative stress, or if you are concerned about your or a loved one's neurological and cognitive health, N-acetyl-L-cysteine from Natural Factors® is an excellent option. It is also the ideal supplement for individuals suffering from chronic or recurrent bronchitis, those concerned about the effects of air pollution, or those who need to detoxify from harmful heavy metal exposure.
NAC is an ideal dietary supplement for adults seeking to improve their immune system health. It is an effective option for anyone with high levels of oxidative stress or depleted glutathione reserves. Natural Factors N-acetyl-L-cysteine is available in 500 mg and 600 mg doses. The 600 mg dose is supported by clinical research and is the maximum dose permitted by Health Canada. The recommended dose for adults is one capsule taken twice daily with meals or as directed by a healthcare professional.