Jarrow Formulas Reduced Glutathione Supports Liver Health 500 mg 60 Veggie Caps

Product Description Glutathione is the most abundant intracellular thiol (sulfur-containing compound) and low molecular weight tripeptide found in living cells.* Thiols such as glutathione, alpha lipoic acid and NAC are powerful sulfur-bearing antioxidants.* The antioxidant functions of Glutathione Reduced include recycling vitamins E and C and serving as a critical nucleophilic scavenger, to support antioxidation of all types of tissues.* Amazon.com Jarrow Formulas Reduced Glutathione, 500mg, 60 Capsules At a Glance: Glutathione is a sulfur-containing, tri-peptide that the body utilizes to balance the redox potential of cells Regulates detoxification when in reduced form Ideal for those interested in a naturally occurring antioxidant and detoxification agent that can also help bolster vitamin C & E levels in the body Pharmaceutical grade, non-oxidized form Glutathione is a tri-peptide that the body utilizes to balance the redox potential of cells. Produced in a pharmaceutical grade, non-oxidized form. . Glutathione (GSH) is a tri-peptide composed of the amino acids glycine, cysteine, and glutamate. As one of the primary protective molecules in the body it is found, inside and outside of cells, in all tissues and body fluids. GSH is most highly concentrated in the liver, spleen, kidney, eye-lens, erythrocytes, and leukocytes. Higher glutathione status and/or dietary intakes have been correlated with cardiovascular, oral and eye health, as well as increased vitality with aging.* The best food sources of glutathione are fresh fruits and vegetables and newly prepared meats. Since most methods of food processing destroy glutathione, the excessive intake of processed foods may be leading to modern diets that are often devoid of glutathione. Studies evaluating dietary intake from food have found wide variations amongst individuals: 3-250 mg/day (mean: 35 mg/day). Additionally, body-stores tend to decrease with age and even fluctuate throughout the day. Good By Mouth Since GSH is a peptide, many assume that it is completely digested by enzymes in the intestines. Further fueling this assumption, early studies did not find an appreciable increase in plasma levels after GSH ingestion. However, it now appears that GSH's uncommon linkage amongst the glutamate side-chain and the cysteine residue makes GSH partially resistant to common peptide cleavage enzymes. This not only impacts its digestion, but also its regulation inside the