Glutathione, known as the "master antioxidant" has many roles in supporting cell health. It is a fundamental component of several detoxification reactions.

Other roles of glutathione include:

Studies show that the presence of heavy metals such as Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Dioxins and PCB's increases glutathione production. Studies also show that whole glutathione supplements are ineffective at raising cellular glutathione levels.

Whole glutathione does not enter cells. It must first be broken down into the three amino acids in two energy-requiring enzymatic steps.

Importance of Glutathione

The importance of intracellular glutathione levels in relation to keeping the body healthy is undisputed. Read what some experts are stating about glutathione.

"If you look in a hospital situation at people who have cancer, AIDS, or other very serious disease, almost invariably they are depleted in glutathione. . .

The reasons for this are not completely understood, but we do know that glutathione is extremely important for maintaining intracellular health." -Jeremy Appleton, ND chairman of the department of nutrition at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon.

Glutathione (GSH) is a tripeptide formed from the amino acids cysteine, glycine, and glutamic acid. Low levels are always found in cancer patients, as well as those affected by other oxidative stress-induced diseases such as AIDS. . .Glutathione, therefore, plays a role in cancer prevention and treatment. The best way to increase and maintain one's GSH levels is to include animal foods in one's diet as these contain the amino acids needed by the body to synthesize GSH. -Stephen Byrnes, PhD, RNCP Author of several books and articles on alternative therapies

Glutathione is a peptide (ie., a small molecule made up of linked amino acids) and an anti-oxidant naturally produced in the body. It has been widely heralded for its importance to good health and long life. -Dr. Andrew Weil

Glutathione Deficiency is a common symptom of the following diseases

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Some scientists even attribute the process of aging to a lack of cellular glutathione. (Source)

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