One unique thing about glutathione is that your body actually makes it in the liver—unlike most antioxidants. It’s made up of three amino acids: cysteine, glutamate, and glycine, coming together like a little superhero trio.
Nicknamed the “Master Antioxidant,” glutathione doesn’t mess around. It tackles harmful molecules, detoxifies those nasty chemicals responsible for ageing, DNA damage, and cellular breakdown. Want that youthful glow? Glutathione has your back #glowup.
But this isn’t just a one-trick unicorn! Glutathione is busy doing so much more:
- Supports graceful ageing
- Acts as a powerful antioxidant
- Shields your body from disease
- Slows cancer progression
- Improves insulin sensitivity (hello, balanced blood sugar!)
- Helps your liver and gallbladder handle fats like a boss
- Boosts fat metabolism
- Strengthens immune function
- Breaks down free radicals (those villains causing cell damage)
- Recharges vitamins C and E
- Assists in regular cell death (sounds morbid, but trust me, it’s essential)
However, when life gets in the way—poor diet, lack of exercise, chronic illness, or stress—our glutathione levels can take a nosedive.
Signs You’re Low on Glutathione. If any of these sound familiar, you might be running low on your body’s master antioxidant:
- Constant tiredness
- Lack of energy (even after *that* third cup of coffee)
- Body aches and pains
- Sore joints or muscles
- Brain fog
- Low immunity
- Poor sleep (can’t remember what 'feeling rested' even feels like?)
- Loss of skin elasticity (aka, your youthful bounce)
If you’re ticking all the boxes, don’t worry. You can check your glutathione levels with a simple blood test from your doc or a pathology service like iMedical.
How to Boost Your Glutathione Levels
Here are some easy ways to increase production:
- Eat sulphur-rich foods like broccoli, garlic, and onions (your liver loves them!)
- Get moving—regular physical activity with some intensity is key
- Say no to booze (or at least cut down, your liver will thank you)
- Prioritise sleep, you sleep-deprived superstar
- Try supplements like Cymbiotika Glutathione, milk thistle, whey protein, NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine), or turmeric
- Coffee enemas (yep, you read that right)
- Glutathione IV infusions (for those needing a serious top-up)
Boost your glutathione, and you’ll be giving your body the extra armour it needs to age gracefully, stay energised, and keep that skin glowing. Now that’s what we call winning at life!
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