In Part 1, The Mother of All Antioxidants, we explained the importance of maintaining a healthy ratio of reduced-to-oxidized glutathione, presented common illnesses that arise when imbalances are left untreated, explained the benefits of reduced glutathione (GSH), and revealed the risks of self-medicating with over-the-counter GSH supplements
Proper storage is essential to maintain its effectiveness and bioavailability
Specifically, arthritic rats displayed a 74% reduction in body weight gain relative to saline-treated controls, whereas food intake was reduced by about 10%
Moreover, glutathione fuels the production of cytokines, and it is needed to uphold interferon-gamma production by dendritic cells, which are instrumental in defending against intracellular pathogens that includes mycobacteria
Apply hydroquinone topically at night (24% concentration) and take oral glutathione (500mg twice daily) to combine fast localised depigmentation with systemic antioxidant support