Is NAC the Same as L-cysteine? Unpacking the Key Nutritional Differences
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NAC (N-acetyl-L-cysteine) is a modified, more stable version of the amino acid L-cysteine, and while they share a common pathway, their effectiveness and uses can differ significantly in a nutrition diet. A 2021 review highlights NAC's potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which are attributed to its ability to replenish glutathione stores.
