Chronic nail biting affects about 20–30% of the population and may be especially worrisome in the era of COVID-19 when putting unwashed fingers into one's mouth can put a person at risk for getting infected with the new coronavirus.
A supplement found in any drug store's vitamin aisle could help treat the problem. N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is an amino acid and antioxidant that's available in pill form over the counter and is well tolerated, experts say. Follow the link to find out why it has certain effects on the brain that could help treat chronic nail biting and how much to take.
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