Consuming alcoholic beverages results in the generation of free radicals. People who drink a lot of alcohol often suffer because of massive free radical-induced cellular damage. Alcohol-induced free radical assault can wreak short-term havoc throughout the body, and these same damaging free radicals are associated with accelerated aging. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) have been associated with acute ethanol-induced liver damage.
A study published in the journal Artery confirmed a specific toxic metabolite of alcohol (acetaldehyde) and identified an antidote (N-acetyl-L-cysteine): “All known pathways of ethanol metabolism result in the production of acetaldehyde, a highly reactive compound. N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC), an analogue of the dietary amino acid cysteine, binds acetaldehyde, thus blocking its damaging effect on physiological proteins.”82 NAC is a glutathione precursor and direct antioxidant. Co-administration of NAC helps to inhibit acute ethanol-induced liver damage via counteracting ethanol-induced oxidative stress.
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| Allergen Information | |
| Size | 60 Capsules |
| Ingredients | Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) |
| Directions | Take one (1) capsule with each alcoholic beverage, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. A maximum of six capsules per day. If no capsules are taken with alcoholic beverages, take six capsules at bedtime. |
| Storage Instructions | Store in a cool, dark place out of reach of children |
| Disclaimer | Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. If you are taking prescribed medication, have any medical condition or are pregnant or breast-feeding please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking food supplements. |
