nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide

noun

: nad

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Supplements like collagen and turmeric are standard anti-aging supplements, but a new anti-aging supplement called nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is gaining popularity. — Amy Fischer Ms, Rd, Health, 15 Jan. 2025 With the global wellness industry expected to reach $9 trillion by 2028, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is predicted to be 2025’s new Ozempic—at least, in terms of popularity. — Essence, 9 Jan. 2025

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1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide was in 1960

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nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide
nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate
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nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide

noun
: nad

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