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NR (Nicotinamide Riboside)

Alternative NAD+ precursor (Tru Niagen). Different pathway to NMN but similar NAD+ elevation. Some prefer NR as better-studied and more established. Take in the morning.

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Reference dose250–500 mg/day (morning)
Half-life1 hours
Risk flaglow
Regulatory noteReview required

Side effects and watch-outs

  • Nausea
  • Flushing (mild)
  • Headache
  • Fatigue on initiation
  • Similar theoretical cancer concern as NMN — avoid with active cancer
  • Generally very well tolerated