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N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) protects the brain
NAC tends to raise or lower various neurotransmitters based on the circumstance, primarily, glutamate and dopamine. In situations where one of these neurotransmitters is lacking, NAC can elevate levels. If in excess, NAC can lower levels. Hence, NAC can act as a master "stabilizing" agent.
NAC also serves as an efficient precursor to our master antioxidant, glutathione, which serves a vital role in structurally protecting the brain. Part of that role is to protect the mitochondria, which can become damaged and cease energy production without sufficient glutathione. This also gives it a powerful anti-inflammatory effect.
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