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Glutathione may Have a Positive Affect on Lou Gehrig’s Disease

dataEntry — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:05:16 +0000

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease,” is a terminal, paralytic illness that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Although ALS’s cause is currently unknown, recent studies implicate the affect of free radicals in the death and deterioration of motor neurons in this disease. The motor neuron’s death erodes the brain’s ability to initiate and control muscle movements. It is not uncommon to see advanced ALS patients completely paralyzed.

Studies further indicate that glutathione activity is greatly reduced in the parts of the brain that are affected by ALS. These findings suggest that glutathione levels and free radicals may be involved in the evolution and manifestation of the disease. Research shows that raising the levels of glutathione in ALS patients may help prevent cellular damage by free radicals.

http://www.alsa.org/about-als/what-is-als.html

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8967746

Alcoholism and Glutathione Depletion

dataEntry — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 03:14:59 +0000

Alcoholism can cause damage to the lungs. The relationship between alcohol abuse and the lungs is indirect unlike the relationship between alcohol abuse and the liver. Lungs are dependent on glutathione for protection against oxidative damage. Chronic alcohol abuse causes glutathione levels to be depleted about 80-90% within the alveolar spaces. This dramatic decrease damages the production of the alveolar epithelial surfactant. The lungs start to become more susceptible to oxidative stress and further damage.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2002-04/euhs-gdi041902.php

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=17220370

Arthritis and Glutathione

dataEntry — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 02:12:56 +0000

In joints, bones are prevented from rubbing against each other by cartilage; a soft tissue that covers the bones and allows the joints to work smoothly and painlessly, cartilage is housed inside the synovial membrane. Synovial fluid, also housed in the synovial membrane, lubricates and nourishes the joint and cartilage.

When arthritis occurs, something has happened to the joint’s health and function. They type of arthritis is determined by what part of the joint is affected and how. Lack of synovial fluid, cartilage deterioration, autoimmunity, inflammation, or a combination of factors can be causes of arthritis.

A powerful part of the body’s natural antioxidant system is a tri-peptide compound composed of cysteine, glycine and glutathione. Glutathione neutralizes free radicals and is needed for many metabolic processes among other important things.

It is necessary four our bodies to have optimal glutathione levels in order to support the immune system. As human’s age, the glutathione levels diminish and the glutathione antioxidant system weakens. This results in a less efficient immune system the more the body ages. Due to age related oxidative stress the cells in joints become more prone to osteoarthritis (OA) and other associated diseases.

Studies show that GSH could be applied in the managing of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

dataEntry — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 00:44:38 +0000

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an inflammatory disease that affects the lining of the joints, which produces joint inflammation. Glutathione may help control the disease and alleviate the symptoms. Rheumatoid Arthritis progresses with age; glutathione neutralizes free radicals that lessen the damage to the muscles and tissues of the joints. Glutathione’s anti-inflammatory properties can help control joint... Read more »

Glutathione and Mercury Detoxification

dataEntry — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 17:08:08 +0000

Mercury poisoning is a type of heavy metal poisoning caused by exposure to mercury or its chemical compounds. Mercury occurs in several forms, all of which can produce toxic effects in high enough doses. In our industrialized world exposure to mercury happens every day. Common sources of mercury poisoning include mercury based dental fillings, seafood, vaccinations, and pollution from coal-burning power plants among many others. Mercury poisoning targets the liver, kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, pituitary and thyroid glands. Mercury poisoning also increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and has recently been implicated in the rising number of autistic cases. Specific symptoms of mercury toxicity usually include slurred speech, impaired hearing and vision, a lack of coordination, and general feeling of being unwell.

Research shows that the first step in effective mercury detoxification is boosting your glutathione levels. Glutathione binding to heavy metals has been shown to be a significant factor in heavy metal mobilization and excretion, specifically when applied to mercury and other heavy metals. Glutathione supplementation has also been shown to have specific effects on mercury toxicity by altering antioxidant status in the body.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24604198

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24157516

http://www.glutathioneexperts.com/glutathione-heavy-metal-9.html

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), “Lou Gehrig’s Disease” and Glutathione

dataEntry — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 16:35:19 +0000

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease,” is a terminal, paralytic illness that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Although ALS’s cause is currently unknown, recent studies implicate the affect of free radicals in the death and deterioration of motor neurons caused by this disease. The motor neuron’s death erodes the brain’s ability to initiate and control muscle movements. It is not uncommon to see advanced ALS patients completely paralyzed.

Research shows that raising the levels of glutathione in ALS patients may help prevent cellular damage by free radicals.

http://www.alsa.org/about-als/what-is-als.html
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8967746