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Glutathione amino acid information page

Glutathione is actually a tri-peptide made up the amino acids gamma-glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine and is also known as gamma-glutamylcysteinylglycine or GSH. It is as such not an amino acid, but because of its close relationship to amino acids, is dealt with here. It is found in the largest concentrations in the liver.

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Glutathione is required for

It is a powerful antioxidant and detoxifies the harmful compounds in the liver, where it is then excreted through the bile.

The liver also excretes glutathione directly into the bloodstream where it is used to help maintain the integrity of red blood cells, as well as protecting white blood cells.

Glutathione is also found in the lungs and intestinal tract where it assists in carbohydrate metabolism as well as breaking down oxidized fats.

It is also used to prevent oxidative stress in most cells and helps to trap free radicals that can damage DNA and RNA. GSH also plays major roles in drug metabolism, calcium metabolism, the gamma-glutamyl cycle, blood platelet and membrane functions.

Deficiency of glutathione

A deficiency of gluthione is first noticed in the nervous system with a lack of co-ordination, tremors, mental disorders, and body balance, all caused by lesions in the brain.

Dosage

The dosage listed is the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind.

When more may be required

There is a direct correlation with the speed of aging and the reduction of glutathione concentrations in intracellular fluids. As individuals grow older, glutathione levels drop, and the ability to detoxify free radicals decreases.

Other interesting points

Supplements of glutathione are expensive, so it might be better to try and ingest more of this nutrient via your diet.

Food sources of glutathione

Foods rich in cysteine, glutamic acid and glycine should be selected when wishing to increase your dietary intake of this nutrient.

Glutathione found in the following Zest for Life products

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Adaptogens. Balance and help us cope with stresses.

anti-aging supplement

Anti-aging supplement. Helps to fight the signs and symptoms of ageing.

Antioxidants. Fight ageing, degenerative disease and free radicals.

Apple cider vinegar capsules with Gotu Kola. The trusted folk remedy.

BodyGuard. Immune boost formula.

Enzymes. Required for metabolic processes.

Millenium 2000. Slimming capsules to make dieting easy.

OystaCal. The best organic and bio-available calcium.

Phytosterols. Plant chemicals to boost your system.

Hair, Skin and Nail Formula. The best formula for improving your looks.

Vitalyze. Your high-energy boost to live life with vigor and stress-buster.

Vuka 2000. The most advanced sexual supplement.

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