谷胱甘肽是一种由氨基酸半胱氨酸、谷氨酸和甘氨酸形成的抗氧化剂。几乎所有细胞都含有谷胱甘肽，但这种抗氧化剂最集中在肝脏、胰腺、脾脏和眼睛中。随着年龄的增长，您的谷胱甘肽水平会下降。服用谷胱甘肽补充剂可以抵消因年龄而导致的谷胱甘肽水平降低。谷胱甘肽补充剂可以静脉注射。您还可以口服或通过雾化器服用谷胱甘肽补充剂。注射谷胱甘肽没有已知的副作用。

功能

Glutathione is primarily responsible for reducing the levels of cysteine on the surface of proteins and helps protect your body from free-radical damage. Glutathione also helps synthesize and repair DNA. Glutathione facilitates the recycling of vitamins C and E. Intravenous glutathione impairs platinum buildup in your kidneys. It helps transport amino acids and plays a vital role in purging your body of toxic compounds such as heavy metals. By helping your body detoxify, glutathione helps reduce your risk of developing cancer. Glutathione is able to fight cancer by causing malignant cells to die but keeping healthy cells alive. This antioxidant also slows your body's aging process.

 The Effects of Deficiency

Your body may develop coordination problems as a result of glutathione deficiency. Deficient glutathione levels can cause red blood cells to rupture and impair the functioning of white blood cells. Your nerve tissue may deteriorate as a result of glutathione deficiency, and you may suffer mental and nervous system disorders such as tremors and twitching.