Both N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a cysteine progenitor, and folic acid, a methionine/cysteine precursor, increase glutathione synthesis. In experimental models, supplementation with N-acetylcysteine reduced development of peripheral neuropathy and embryopathy in diabetic rats. This may be due to increase in...
The pot experiment with lettuce (Lactuca sativaL. var. Brilant, SEMO a.s., Czech Republic) was performed in 1-L pots (diameter 11 cm, height 12 cm). The variety was chosen due to its high resistance to mildew (Bremia lactucae). The pots were lined inside with non-woven fabric and ...