Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Glutathione Uses & Scientific Evidence For

Glutathione inhibits the formation of and offers protection from free radicals, which are known to cause cellular damage. As we age the Glutathione levels in our bodies decrease, resulting in a reduced ability to deactivate free radicals. Glutathione protects individual cells and the tissues of the arteries, brain, heart, immune cells, kidneys, lenses of the eyes, liver, lungs and skin from oxidant damage. It can minimize some of the damage caused by tobacco smoking, and damage to the liver caused by alcohol. In addition, Glutathione protects the body against exposure to radiation and cancer chemotherapy. It is also a detoxifier of heavy metals and drugs and aids in the treatment of blood and liver disorders. Glutathione helps support the immune system and is required for replication of the lymphocyte immune cells. Scientists speculate that consuming increased amounts of antioxidants such as Glutathione early in life may promote longevity and reduce chronic disease. Ongoing research is being done on the potential benefits of Glutathione for several conditions including cancer, heart disease, memory loss, osteoarthritis, Parkinson's disease, cornea disorders, kidney dysfunction, eczema, liver disorders, poisoning by heavy metals, and immunodepression that occurs in diseases such as AIDS.

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