NMN is an abbreviation for nicotinamide mononucleotide, a dietary component made from Niacin that plays a role in improving mitochondrial function, repairing various organs and tissues in the body.

The expected effects of NMN include improved physical strength, vision of the eyes, thinking ability, promoting vascular health, improving metabolism function, and skin beauty. The first thing to remember in understanding NMN is the relationship between NMN and NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide). NAD is an essential coenzyme for energy production in cells, and has the function of activating the sirtuin gene (longevity gene), which is said to play an important role in controlling aging. NMN is a precursor of NAD, and when entering blood circulation it will convert to NAD in the body.

The decrease in NAD due to aging is said to be one of the causes of aging, but by continuously taking NMN as a supplement and increasing NAD, it is expected to have the effect of slowing down aging.