N-Acetylcysteine - classically defined as NAC or more simply Acetylcysteine - is the N-Acetyl derivative of the most common amino acid L-Cysteine. NAC or n-acetyl-cysteine is a powerful free radical inhibitor that also penetrates the mitochondrion of cells (like melatonin), slowing down aging.
NAC or N-acetylcysteine is a precursor of Glutathione, one of our natural free radicals, primary antioxidant that protects the inside of the cells, together with catalase and sod, as it is used by the body to obtain Cysteine.
NAC or N-acetylcysteine is a precursor of Glutathione as it is used by the body to obtain Cysteine. The integration of NAC is useful for the body for the synthesis of Glutathione.
Glutathione (L-Glutathione) is the most powerful and important among the antioxidants produced by the body, i.e. a free radical deactivator.
Numerous foods are rich in Glutathione, among which: Oranges, Avocado, Carrots, Watermelon, Strawberries, Potatoes, Peaches, Spinach. Unfortunately, during the heating and or cooking process of many foods, Glutathione is completely destroyed.
The human body defends itself from the formation of free radicals through Glutathione. It directly participates in the neutralization of free radicals, reactive oxygen compounds, and maintains internal antioxidants, such as vitamin C and E, in their reduced, i.e. active, form.
Furthermore, through the direct conjugation process, it detoxifies many xenobiotics; the term xenobiotic defines a chemical that is foreign to the biological system.
The category includes drugs, vaccines, environmental contaminants, carcinogens, insecticides, but also compounds of natural origin and compounds that originate from the addition of chemical additives or following cooking of food. In relation to their nature and concentration, xenobiotics can cause harmful effects on humans, animals or in general on ecosystems.
Glutathione is an essential component of the immune response system. At the cellular level, it is synthesized from glutamate, glycine and cysteine.
Cysteine is the donor of the thiol group (-SH), responsible for the biological activity of Glutathione.
The SH thiol group must be continuously integrated to help the body eliminate any carcinogens with foods rich in chelated sulfur: garlic, onion, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, abundant fruit.
Acetylcysteine in the body releases Cysteine, which constitutes Glutathione.
In some animal studies an anti-tumor action of L-Glutathione (Glutathione) has been demonstrated.
In addition, Glutathione improves the use of the amino acids cysteine and cystine, and finally inhibits all or part of the harmful side effects due to exposure to high doses of radiation, chemotherapy and X-rays.
We must underline the anti-aging role of this tripeptide, eliminating the free radicals that form from the peroxidation of the lipids which, by causing the breakdown of certain membranes, have a negative impact on DNA and RNA and consequently cause cellular distortions and biochemical dysfunctions.
Glutathione helps our liver to detoxify and prevent possible damage caused by excessive alcohol consumption. It is more effective than vitamin C, in improving the use and bioavailability of iron, neutralizing the toxic effects of some exogenous agents such as nitrites, nitrates, chlorates, benzene derivatives, toluene derivatives, aniline etc.
The weakness of the immune system and oxidative cellular stress are the two main causes of numerous diseases related to aging. Papain and Glutathione are two fundamental answers.
It should also be noted that sulfur is one of the most important components of the Glutathione molecule. The integration of sulfur can therefore be very useful for increasing the production levels of Glutathione in our body, especially in the districts where it is of particular importance.
However, to enhance the antioxidant activity of glutathione it is useful to combine its precursor with Selenium, Vitamin PP, Vitamin B2 and vitamin E.
It can also be taken every day and in high quantities, numerous studies have shown that even if you take thousands of milligrams a day, there have never been any side effects or toxic effects.
