It helps to mop up free radicals produced from exposure to air pollution, toxic chemicals, heavy metals and processed foods, as well as free radicals generated as a result of regular metabolic processes
NAC may be more readily absorbed and utilized by the body than supplemental glutathione itself, as glutathione can be broken down during digestion
There's no well-established list of major drug interactions for healthy adults at standard doses, but anyone on regular medication, especially chemotherapy, should still confirm with their doctor first, since antioxidant supplements can theoretically interact with certain treatments
Typical urine screens detect metabolites from narcotics, stimulants, or alcohol, not complex amino-acid chains like peptides