Glutathione

Scientific Name: C10H17N3O6S.

Other Names: GSH.

Glutathione is a tripeptide (a peptide or compound consisting of three linked amino acids) with antioxidant properties. 

It also serves as a protectorate to cells against free radicals and other toxins.

Origin: Glutathione is not an essential nutrient because the body can synthesize it from L-cysteine, L-glutamate, and glycine, naturally occurring amino acids. 

The liver is the main area of glutathione synthesis.

Sources of Glutathione: In the body, more than 90 percent of glutathione is in reduced form, while less than 10 percent is maintained in disulfide form. 

As a supplement, studies show that oral introduction of glutathione is not well absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract. 

However, precursors to the substance, such as whey protein and N-acetyl-cysteine have been proven to increase the content of glutathione in the cellular structure. 

Most dietary supplement products are obtained from yeast fermentation. Capsules, tablets, and powder are available.

Home Remedies usinig Glutathione:

Benefits and Uses of Glutathione:

Glutathione is needed to detoxify methylglyoxal, a toxic substance produced as a by product of metabolism and is also added to toxins and waste in the liver before these elements become part of the bile.

Glutathione is used in the treatment of AIDS-associated cachexia (loss of weight, muscular atrophy, fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite). 

Aside from its detoxification properties, glutathione may also be beneficial for modulating the immune system, mobilizing sperm, and protecting against noise-induced hearing loss. 

Early indications are that glutathione may play a role in management of some cancers, diabetes, infertility, lung disorders, and atherosclerosis as well. 

In treatment of cancers, it appears to have properties of both an anti-tumor agent and a chemoprotectant that diminishes the toxicity of many cancer drugs. 

Glutathione may even have an anti-viral component.

Side Effects of Glutathione:

According to several studies, there are no known negative side effects of glutathione and no known levels considered to be an overdose.