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glutathione

glutathione

5 7.8
A natural substance in the body that helps protect cells from damage
  • noun
  • /ˌɡluːtəˈθaɪoʊn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : glutatión
  • In the second step, glutathione synthetase (GS) adds glycine to glutamyl-cysteine to form glutathione.
  • glutathione peroxidase
  • glutathione peroxidase
  • glutathione transferase

And then taking supplements that are going to help support your body's own glutathione production.

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Examples

  • Glycine and glutamine are key compounds for the biosynthesis of glutathione obtained through dietary sources.

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  • Also, it can help increase the antioxidant in your body called glutathione, which is critical for your health.

  • Another powerful strategy that shows great promise in reducing telomere shortening is to increase your glutathione levels.

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  • Approximately 85% of total cellular glutathione is free and unbound, while the rest is bound to proteins.

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  • The supplement contains glutathione, which is essential for protecting cells from oxidative stress.

  • Many fruits and vegetables contain glutathione, which supports the immune system.

  • Taking supplements can increase your body's levels of glutathione, enhancing overall health.

Synonyms

vitamin E
vsglutathione
  • Specialized
10 3.4

A substance stored in body fat that helps the body make babies and protects cells from damage

is a body compound that protects cells but is not defined as a vitamin
selenium
vsglutathione
4 3.9

A mineral needed for health that helps protect cells from damage

is an internally formed antioxidant compound rather than an essential mineral
ergothioneine
vsglutathione
  • Specialized
9.9

Natural substance that helps protect cells from damage and is found in mushrooms

is made inside the body and protects cells from damage

Antonyms

oxidant
  • Specialized
1 7.0

A chemical that takes electrons from another substance

Compounds

7.4

A body protein that protects cells by breaking down harmful peroxides

Surface Forms

glutathione singular
glutathiones plural

Etymology

The word glutathione comes from parts of its chemical name: glutam- from 'glutamic acid' and thio- from 'sulfur'. Because the compound has that sulfur part, it acts as an antioxidant and helps protect cells from damage, which is why glutathione is important in the body.