The Light and Shadow of NMN Supplementation: The “Dream of Immortality” Swings between Expectation and Reality

Current Situation Surrounding NMN Supplements

In recent years, along with the increase in health consciousness, interest in supplements such as NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) has been growing. In particular, NMN has attracted attention as a “rejuvenation drug” and the market is expanding significantly. At the same time, however, questions and concerns about NMN supplements exist.

Challenges of NMN supplements

Lack of scientific evidence of efficacy: Although certain effects have been reported in animal studies, there is still a lack of sufficient evidence of effects in humans through large-scale clinical trials.

Safety concerns: The effects of long-term consumption and the effects on people with certain constitutions are not yet fully understood.

Hype: Some manufacturers overstate the benefits of NMN and mislead consumers in their advertising.

Product quality issues: Some products have been found to contain no NMN at all, or to contain different amounts than indicated.

Why do these problems occur?

Lax regulation: NMN is treated as a food and is not subject to the same strict regulations as pharmaceuticals.

Overheated market: High demand for NMN and relatively low barriers to entry have allowed many companies to enter the market.

Lack of scientific clarity: Research on NMN is still in its early stages and not everything is known.

What should consumers do?

When purchasing an NMN supplement, keep the following in mind

Scientific Evidence: Ask the manufacturer if there is scientific evidence to support the product's effectiveness.

Safety: Make sure there is publicly available information on the long-term safety of the product.

Labeling: Make sure that the labeling is not exaggerated.

Third-party testing: Another option is to choose a product that has undergone third-party testing.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist: Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take supplements.

Summary

NMN is a substance with potential anti-aging effects, but it is still in the research stage and its effectiveness and safety need to be further verified.

When purchasing NMN supplements, it is important not to overconfidently believe in their effectiveness, but to judge them carefully. When choosing a health supplement, gather information based on scientific evidence and refer to expert advice.

Finally, as is true for all supplements, not just NMN, supplements are only nutritional supplements, not medicines.

If you have any health concerns, consult your doctor first and receive appropriate treatment.