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Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN)

01 / OVERVIEW

What this compound does

WHAT IT DOES

Nicotinamide Mononucleotide, or NMN, is a substance that helps your body produce energy more efficiently. It supports your cells in functioning well, which can lead to better overall health and vitality. Some people take it to feel more energetic and to support their brain health as they age.

KEY BENEFITS
Supports healthy aging
Boosts energy levels
Enhances brain function
Improves metabolic health
BEST FOR
  • • Adults looking to boost energy
  • • Individuals concerned about aging
  • • People wanting to support cognitive health
WHAT TO EXPECT

Users may start to notice increased energy and improved focus within a few weeks of consistent use. Effects can vary based on individual health and lifestyle.

WHO SHOULD AVOID THIS
  • • Pregnant or breastfeeding women
  • • Individuals with severe allergies to supplements
  • • People taking certain medications without consulting a doctor
MYTHS & FACTS
Myth: NMN is a miracle cure for aging.
Fact: While NMN shows promise in supporting cellular health, it is not a cure for aging. Research is ongoing, and results can vary among individuals.
Myth: All supplements containing NMN are equally effective.
Fact: The effectiveness of NMN supplements can vary based on purity, dosage, and individual absorption rates. It's important to choose high-quality products.
✦ Card Stats
DOSE
250-500 mg/day
Evidence
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Studies indexed2
How it's made

Production details below.

03 / DOSAGE

How much, when

MAINTENANCE

250-500 mg/day

morning on empty stomach

TIMING

Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) — Morning dose

Take on empty stomach

02 / EVIDENCE

Peer-reviewed studies

  • PMID: 33888596

    NAD+ elevation

    Oral NMN significantly increased blood NAD+ levels in healthy adults.

    B
  • PMID: 33888596

    Insulin sensitivity

    NMN supplementation improved muscle insulin sensitivity in postmenopausal women.

    B
  • PMID 37478182 · 2023Narrative Review

    What is really known about the effects of nicotinamide riboside supplementation in humans

    B
  • PMID 35235774 · 2022RCT

    The NADPARK study: A randomized phase I trial of nicotinamide riboside supplementation in Parkinson's disease

    B
  • PMID 27721479 · 2016Clinical Study

    Nicotinamide riboside is uniquely and orally bioavailable in mice and humans

    B
  • PMID 31278280 · 2019Safety Study

    Safety and Metabolism of Long-term Administration of NIAGEN (Nicotinamide Riboside Chloride) in a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial of Healthy Overweight Adults

    B
  • PMID 32383227 · 2021Mechanistic Study

    Possible mechanisms of cancer prevention by nicotinamide

    B
04 / INTERACTIONS

Medicine interactions

  • Blood thinners· blood_thinner

    NMN may enhance the effects of blood thinners, increasing the risk of bleeding.

    → Consult a healthcare provider before use.

    MODERATE

  • Antidepressants· SSRI

    NMN may affect serotonin levels, potentially altering the effects of SSRIs.

    → Monitor for changes in mood and consult a healthcare provider.

    LOW

  • Statins· statin

    NMN may influence lipid metabolism, which could affect statin efficacy.

    → Consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice.

    LOW

This page is a reference summary, not a prescription. Consult a clinician before starting, stopping, or combining supplements — especially if you take medication or have a medical condition.