Glutathione is a potent antioxidant found in both plants and animals. Often called the “master antioxidant,” glutathione also boosts (recycles) other antioxidants, like vitamin C and vitamin E, as well as alpha lipoic acid and CoQ10.

The benefits of glutathione

1. Reduces oxidative stress

According to an article published in the journal Nutrients, glutathione was found to be a “promising and exciting” treatment to combat cell and tissue damage. “Glutathione can reduce oxidative stress in the body and, therefore, can decrease the risk of cancer,” states Dr. Taz.

2. Helps improve insulin levels

Higher levels of GSH can cause less fat stored in the belly, which can lead to a lower risk of certain types of diabetes, explains Dr. Taz. This was also confirmed by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston who combined studies on older adults and aged mice.

3. Can lessen side effects of type 2 diabetes

Study authors gathered a small group of sedentary adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, along with “severely deficient” glutathione levels, and infused them with cysteine and glycine dietary supplements over a two-week period. The result is positive.

4. May help liver function

Glutathione can be an effective remedy for a liver that’s been damaged by excessive alcohol use, says Dr. Taz. Medical researchers from Italy treated adults with either alcoholic or nonalcoholic fatty liver disease with an IV drip filled with high doses of GSH. The result is positive.

In addition to the above, studies have shown that glutathione has a positive effect on reducing the risk of heart disease, preventing obesity, whitening the skinand fighting COVID-19. It is because of the above effects of glutathione that it is used on a large scale in medical, medical beauty, cosmetic and nutritional supplements. It can be used in combination with antioxidant ingredients such as white rutinol, lipoic acid, ginkgo biloba extract and rosemary extract.