What is Glutathione?
Glutathione is a naturally occurring molecule in the body that inhibits the oxidation of other molecules. Oxidation is a process that produces free radicals, and free radicals cause chain reactions that damage and age cells. These processes cause wrinkles and decrease the elasticity of skin in addition to other effects.
Many refer to Glutathione as the “master antioxidant” in the body because of its pivotal role in decreasing oxidative damage to cells. Oxidative stress is believed to be implicated in the causes of systemic conditions commonly associated with aging.
Glutathione's Use in Medicine
Glutathione is used to decrease oxidative damage to tissue. Many studies demonstrate that it can even out dark areas of the skin, increase elasticity, increase skin “brightness” and decrease wrinkles. There is ongoing research regarding the role of glutathione in degenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and in cancer patients on chemotherapy in addition to anti-aging studies. We believe the use of glutathione in medicine is under development and administer it for its properties regarding reducing aging on the skin.