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Acetylcysteine supplement used for mucolytic and antioxidant support
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Acetylcysteine supplement (0 g) has 1 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 0.2 g
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KCAL / 0.2G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 0.2 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 0.4 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 0.6 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 3 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 6 g | 24 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
An acetylcysteine supplement is used to support glutathione production and may help thin mucus. Its role as a supplement is not the same as using acetylcysteine as a medicine for a diagnosed condition.
Yes. Acetylcysteine is also called N-acetylcysteine, or NAC. Check the specific product’s directions, since the form and serving instructions can differ between supplements.
It may help thin mucus, which can make chest congestion easier to clear. A supplement is not a substitute for prescribed treatment, and persistent or worsening breathing symptoms need medical attention.
Acetylcysteine supplies a building block the body uses to make glutathione. Taking the supplement does not guarantee a particular change in glutathione levels or a noticeable health benefit.
Yes, an acetylcysteine supplement can generally be taken with or without food. Taking it with a meal may ease stomach upset; follow the directions for your specific product.
Possible side effects include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, and vomiting. Stop taking it and seek urgent help for signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as swelling or trouble breathing.
It can interact with some medicines; combining acetylcysteine with nitroglycerin, for example, may worsen headache or lower blood pressure. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it with regular medication.
Daily use depends on the product and the reason for taking it; there is no single long-term schedule that suits everyone. Follow its directions and do not continue beyond them without a clear reason.
No. There is no good evidence that an acetylcysteine supplement “detoxes” the liver. Medical uses of acetylcysteine do not mean a supplement can treat liver disease or reverse harm from alcohol.
No reliable evidence shows that an acetylcysteine supplement prevents hangovers. It should not be used as protection against alcohol-related harm or as a reason to drink more.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
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B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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An acetylcysteine supplement provides acetylcysteine, also known as NAC, in forms such as capsules, tablets, sachets or effervescent powders. It is taken as a supplement rather than used as a food, and the format and other ingredients vary by product.
Capsules are usually swallowed with water, while effervescent versions are dissolved first; their taste may be tart or flavoured. In a small serving, it is not a meaningful source of protein, fibre or fat, and its listed energy and carbohydrate mainly reflect the product’s powder or other ingredients. Follow the directions on the pack rather than treating it as a snack, and ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.