This has led to interest in NAC for conditions like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), where a small RCT found that NAC (2.4-4.8 g/day) improved disease activity scores and reduced anti-dsDNA antibody levels (Lai et al., Lupus, 2012) [42]
Often referred to as the bodys master antioxidant, glutathione is a naturally occurring compound composed of three amino acids: glutamine, glycine and cystine
Current Research and Future Trends Expanding Clinical Applications Ongoing studies are exploring the role of AOD-9604 in treating metabolic conditions such as: Type 2 diabetes Insulin resistance Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) Up to 95% of individuals with type 2 diabetes also present with NAFLD, emphasizing the need for multi-functional metabolic therapies Joint Health & Cartilage Regeneration In addition to fat metabolism, AOD-9604 may stimulate cartilage repair and support joint health
Clinical Update 8/19/2015 Cocoa Increases Blood Flow to Brain A small study found that drinking a cocoa drink high in flavanols significantly increased blood flow to the brain, which, the researchers propose, might have potential cognitive benefits
