NOW Foods, NAC with Selenium, 100 Capsules

NOW Foods NAC with Selenium – 600 mg of N-acetyl cysteine plus selenium per capsule

NOW Foods NAC with Selenium is a food supplement providing 600 mg of N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) and 25 µg of selenium in each vegetarian capsule. The selenium is in the form of L-selenomethionine, and one capsule provides 45% of the nutrient reference value for selenium. The manufacturer recommends one capsule twice daily, which adds up to 1200 mg of NAC and 50 µg of selenium a day, or 90% of the reference value. The bottle contains 100 capsules, which at the recommended use last 50 days. The product is made in the USA by NOW Foods, a family-owned company since 1968.

What are NAC and selenium?

N-acetyl cysteine, or NAC, is an acetylated form of the amino acid cysteine. Cysteine is a sulphur-containing amino acid that the body can produce itself, which is why it is not considered an essential amino acid. Because of its sulphur content, NAC may have a characteristic unpleasant smell, which is normal for this substance. Selenium is a trace element obtained from food such as fish, eggs, meat and nuts. In this product, selenium is bound to the amino acid methionine.

• Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
• Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function.
• Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
• Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
• Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis.

How to use?

Take 1 capsule twice daily, for example in the morning and in the evening. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. If you use other food supplements containing selenium at the same time, take their amounts into account too. The freshness packets in the bottle keep the product fresh – do not eat them and leave them in the bottle until it is empty. Close the bottle tightly after each use.

Key features

• 600 mg NAC – N-acetyl cysteine per capsule.
• 25 µg selenium – as L-selenomethionine, 45% of the nutrient reference value per capsule.
• 2 capsules a day – 1200 mg NAC and 50 µg selenium (90% NRV).
• Vegetarian capsule – the capsule shell is made of hypromellose (cellulose).
• 100 capsules – lasts 50 days.
• Free from common allergen ingredients – according to the manufacturer, not made with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Who is it for?

NOW Foods NAC with Selenium is suitable for adults who want to supplement their diet with N-acetyl cysteine and selenium. The product is for adults only. Consult a physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition. The capsule shell is plant-based, so the product is also suitable for vegetarians. The product is halal and kosher certified and made without genetically modified ingredients.

Ingredients and storage

The capsule contains selenium as L-selenomethionine, N-acetyl cysteine, a hypromellose capsule shell, vegetable stearic acid and citric acid. The product is made and quality tested in the USA in a GMP-compliant facility. When exposed to air, the colour of the product may change slightly and dark speckles may appear in the capsule – this is a natural oxidation reaction and does not affect product quality. After opening, keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place.