As an antioxidant, glutathione supports healthy aging in the skin layer by promoting normal repair of damaged tissue and the growth of new, healthy skin cells.* Research has shown that topical application of glutathione helps maintain smooth skin.* 10 Another study found that 250 mg/day of conventional oral glutathione supplements for 10 weeks helped maintain skin elasticity and smooth, youthful skin.* 14 Supplements that increase glutathione levels in the body also are known to support skin elasticity and smoothness in postmenopausal women ages 45 to 60 years old.* 15 In addition, glutathione supports hydrated, resilient skin that looks as good as it feels.* Being outside can get in the way of a healthy skin regimen
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Smoking, chronic stress, and poor sleep similarly compromise glutathione status, so addressing lifestyle factors first supports more meaningful supplementation outcomes
Glutathione also enhances the other side of the immune coin, adaptive immunity: GSH is essential for some functions of the immune system, both innate and adaptive , including T-lymphocyte proliferation, phagocytic activity of polymorphonuclear neutrophils (PMN), and dendritic cell functions. The bottom line : in the era of COVID-19, preparing your immune system to conquer any challenges it might face is more important than ever
