One of the key functions of glutathione is its ability to neutralize free radicals, unstable molecules that can cause cellular damage and contribute to aging, chronic diseases, and various health conditions
[DOI] [PubMed] [Google Scholar] 53.Shimizu H., Kiyohara Y., Kato I., Kitazono T., Tanizaki Y., Kubo M., Ueno H., Ibayashi S., Fujishima M., Iida M
In fact, they are known to help reduce weight in those suffering from obesity
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Such mutations, if they occur in critical genes like oncogenes or tumor suppressor genes, can drive the transformation of normal cells into malignant ones [98]
A study by Johnston et al 24 indicated that vitamin C supplementation (500mg/day) maintains reduced glutathione concentrations in the blood and improves the overall antioxidant protection capacity of the blood