Acetylation and why it matters for your peptides, nootropics, supplements.

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You may have come across the word "acetyl" many times in your supplements, peptides, or nootropics over the past few years of being in the health sphere. While on the surface, this may seem like complicated terminology, it can be explained through basic biochemical leveraging.
But before I start by giving you a run-down, the reason I'm telling you all of this is because by understanding what acetylation does, you achieve the ability to choose better supplements and avoid wasting money on poorly absorbed forms.
Smart supplementation = better results with less waste. Biohacking with intent.

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💡 What Are Acetyl Groups?
Acetyl groups are a specific type of functional group in organic chemistry, represented by the chemical formula –COCH₃.
They consist of a methyl group (–CH₃) bonded to a carbonyl group (C=O).
In simple terms, acetyl groups affect the biological profile of a drug or supplement and how it interacts with the body and proteins.

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🧬 Why Are Acetyl Groups Added to Drugs or Supplements?
In pharmacology, acetyl groups are usually added for one (or more) of four key reasons:

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🔹 1. To Modify the Drug’s Activity (Prodrugs)
Acetylation can make a drug or supplement more or less active.

Some compounds are “switched on” in the body after being acetylated or deacetylated.