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Glutathione
What is the proper way to activate glutathione in the body without negative effects such as acne appearing if taken through a tablets? -
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Hey @S_alm,
Does your supplement warn for this effect? Or is there another information source you have found? Perhaps you could share this with us, so we can take a look at this!
Usually having low levels of glutathion isn’t beneficial for acne. Glutathione for example helps prevents the damage done by free radicals and in some research, it shows that it can help reduce scars from acne.
If acne is a concern to you, I recommend you to read this handout.
Besides supplements, you can help the body produce glutathione with nutrients needed for its production. Here are nutrients that help:
• Sulfur containing nutrients like leeks, garlic, and onion, as well as cruciferous veggies (like cauliflower and kale).
• Vitamin C – Glutathione and Vitamin C work well together by replenishing and recycling one another.
• Selenium – This mineral can be found in Brazil nuts. Only a few per day can help you with the right dosage.
• Vitamin B6 – is needed to produce glutathione as well.
• NAC is a supplement that can increase glutathione in the body as well. It contains the amino acid cysteine which is one of the 3 amino acids glutathione is made out of.
• Proteins – as I mentioned above, glutathione is made of amino acids (not only cysteine but also glycine and glutamic acid).Other things that will help improve glutathione production are a low-stress lifestyle, getting good quality sleep and exercise.
Other foods that have been shown to increase glutathione are found in this study. You can find them on page 6. It’s a whole list, but spinach, potatoes, squash and okra do well, just like pork and beef!
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I have been using this for a while and it has affected my skin in a terrible way.
Is it because it is a strong dose or a liquid? Or I shouldn’t use it?
I tried NAC 500 mg and it didn’t work for me.
Is there something better I can use that increases the thickness and whiteness of the skin? What is the best type of collagen?
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