Glutathione is powerful antioxidant holds an unbelievable amount of benefits when used appropriately. Lack of glutathione contributes to oxidative stress, which plays a key role in lung disease, osteoarthritis, cataracts, glaucoma, chemotherapy, and cancer, as well as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.

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What is Glutathione?

Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant produced in the body and can also be found naturally occurring in food. Glutamine plays a big role in supporting the body’s immune system. Glutathione plays other big roles in our bodies, as a detoxifier and an antioxidant.

Glutathione’s major role is to fight oxidative stress, a naturally occurring process in the body. Oxidative stress happens due to aging and other stress on the body from illness or disease. Exposure to viruses, bacteria, radiation, environmental toxins, and pollution may deplete glutathione levels, resulting in a buildup of free radicals, which are unstable atoms that can be extremely harmful to the body and cause aging and cancer as well as other diseases.

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What Are the Benefits of Glutathione?

Glutathione reduces free radicals in the body, which may cause premature aging. This means that patients taking consistent glutathione injections might notice that they are glowing and look younger and refreshed; their under-eye circles could disappear, some people feel more clear-minded and energetic, and over time their wrinkles might look less intense. Patients’ skin may even get lighter because research has shown hyperpigmentation, blotchiness, or discoloration in their skin is likely to disappear or fade with consistent use of glutathione injections.

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What are Side Effects of Glutathione?

This is not a comprehensive list of side effects.  Side effects are unlikely. There are a few mild side effects associate with glutathione injections, the most common side effect is pain or redness at the injection site. 

Taking glutathione long-term can lead to lower zinc levels, check with your Primary Care Provider to see if you should be supplementing with zinc. Do not take Gamma-L-glutamyl-L-cysteinyl glycine, GSH, L-glutathione, or N-(N-L-gamma-glutamyl-L-cysteinyl) glycine if you are allergic to glutathione or any ingredients contained in this drug. Glutathione has no known drug interactions. Other possible side effects include cramping and bloating. Do not take glutathione if you have asthma without consulting with your Healthcare Provider.

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Is Glutathione Safe?

The general answer is yes. In fact, the FDA categorized glutathione supplements as Generally Regarded as Safe or GRAS. Anyone can benefit from glutathione because it is a natural supplement and is one of the best defense mechanisms your body offers. However, everyone reacts differently to supplemental medication, and it may not be safe for every person. Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should take caution when taking glutathione shots and only use them under a doctor’s supervision. Those with asthma should avoid inhaling glutathione, as it may worsen their disease. You should also talk to your doctor about the current medications you are taking, as some may not be safe to combine with glutathione use.

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