NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide) is a direct precursor to NAD+, a coenzyme involved in cellular energy production that declines with age. In a 2022 randomised, placebo-controlled trial, healthy adults taking oral NMN safely showed raised blood NAD+ levels compared to placebo. This formula pairs 500mg NMN with 4mg Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant, in each capsule.

NAD+ declines as you age. NMN helps restore it.

NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is one of the most important coenzymes in the human body - involved in cellular energy production, DNA repair, and the regulation of hundreds of metabolic processes. The problem is that NAD+ levels decline steadily from your 30s onwards, and that decline is increasingly linked to the biological hallmarks of ageing: reduced energy, slower recovery, cognitive fog, and metabolic slowdown.

NMN: The Most Direct Route to Restoring NAD+

NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide) is a direct precursor to NAD+. Supplementing with NMN gives your cells the raw material to produce more of it.

What the research shows

A 2022 randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial confirmed that oral NMN supplementation safely and effectively raises blood NAD+ levels in healthy adults. A systematic review of NMN human trials found positive effects on muscle function and insulin resistance in middle-aged and older adults. More recent research found that 12 weeks of NMN supplementation maintained walking speed, improved sleep quality, and significantly increased blood NAD+ levels compared to placebo.

The research is still maturing, but the evidence base for NMN as a practical NAD+ precursor in humans is now well established.

Why pair it with Astaxanthin?

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid antioxidant derived from microalgae - the compound that gives salmon and flamingos their pink colour, and one of the most potent antioxidants found in nature. It doesn't convert to a pro-oxidant in the body (unlike many antioxidants), meaning it can neutralise free radicals without creating secondary oxidative damage.

The pairing with NMN is deliberate: NMN works at the cellular level to support energy and repair; Astaxanthin protects those same cells from oxidative stress. Together they address two of the primary mechanisms of biological ageing simultaneously.

Astaxanthin has been studied for skin health, eye protection, and exercise recovery - with research showing benefits for UV-related skin damage, visual fatigue, and muscle soreness in active individuals.

NMN vs NR - which is better?

Both are precursors to NAD+, and both are well-researched. NR converts directly to NAD+, while NMN converts to NR first before becoming NAD+. The honest answer is that the research is still catching up - NR has a slightly longer human trial record, while NMN is now accumulating its own strong evidence base, particularly at higher doses. We stock both. If you're unsure, our NR with Astaxanthin is a good alternative to compare.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does NMN do?
It's a direct precursor to NAD+, a coenzyme involved in cellular energy production and DNA repair that declines steadily from your 30s onwards.

Is NMN proven to work in humans?
A 2022 randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial confirmed oral NMN safely raises blood NAD+ levels in healthy adults, and a systematic review found positive effects on muscle function and insulin resistance. The research base is still maturing but is now well established for NAD+ elevation specifically.

What's the difference between NMN and NR?
Both are NAD+ precursors. NR converts directly to NAD+, while NMN converts to NR first. NR has a slightly longer human trial record; NMN's evidence base is catching up, particularly at higher doses.

Why is Astaxanthin included?
It's a potent antioxidant that doesn't convert to a pro-oxidant in the body, so it protects cells from oxidative stress while NMN supports their energy production - addressing two ageing mechanisms together.

How many capsules should I take?
1-2 per day. Consult your doctor before use if pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.

Each capsule: 500mg NMN + 4mg Astaxanthin (from organic algae). 60 capsules. 1-2 per day.

No artificial fillers or binders. HPMC vegetable capsule.

Consult your doctor before use if pregnant, nursing, or taking medications.