PMID: 24791752 (view on PubMed) Effects of oral glutathione supplementation on systemic oxidative stress biomarkers in human volunteers
Also, as with any supplement, you should speak with your doctor to determine whether glutathione is right for you
This water-soluble tripeptide, made from the amino acids glycine, cysteine and glutamic acid, supports the cells in detoxification and helps protect them from damage caused by free radicals
However, mitochondrial dysfunction can lead to a buildup of ROS due to an imbalance in their production and degradation 4,5 Another major source of ROS is NADPH oxidase (Nox), a membrane-bound enzyme complex that produces superoxide by transferring an electron to oxygen from NADPH
Various nutrients have shown to exert pharmacological effects, which can only be achieved if done intravenously