What is N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine?
Cysteine is a semi-essential amino acid, because while it can be produced by the body, it becomes essential when the levels of the other amino acids that produce it are low. [1] Cysteine is often found in high-protein foods such as chicken, turkey, yogurt, as well as many other foods. [2] N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) is just Cysteine in a supplement form.
Potential Benefits of N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
In some studies, N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine has showed promise in its ability expedite the detoxification process of alcohol within the liver by breaking down harmful toxins faster. At an extreme level, NAC is given to patients in the form of an IV to prevent kidney or liver damage by breaking down harmful drugs or alcohol. N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine is essential in the production of one of the most important antioxidants, glutathione. Glutathione helps fight against free radicals which damage tissues within the body and lead to many chronic illnesses. [3] By boosting the production of glutathione, NAC may help prevent hangovers to eliminate splitting headache or dizziness. Data suggests that NAC might support a more efficient form of alcohol metabolism. [4]
Do Tru Drinks have N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine?
While our products do not contain N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, we offer a great tasting sparkling detox alternative with Tru Rescue Drink (Detox Blend).
Company Disclaimer
While all of our product development was guided by years of meticulous research, data collection, and thoughtful conversations with experts, Tru is not making any of the above claims for its products. We recognize that the data represented is limited compared to the sea of information available and that each study likely utilized a different quantity and source of ingredients to conduct their experiments. As always, consult your physician before use if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking any medication.
