Posts Categorized: Oxidative Stress

Arthritis and Glutathione

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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… Read more »

Glutathione and Mercury Detoxification

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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… Read more »

Autoimmune Disorders and Glutathione

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Autoimmune disorders occur when the body’s immune system turns on itself and mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy body tissue. Autoimmune disorders may result in: – The destruction of healthy body tissue – Abnormal organ growth – Changes in organ function   A person may have more than one autoimmune disorder simultaneously. Also, it is not uncommon… Read more »

Autism and Glutathione

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Many complex brain development disorders are grouped under the general terms of autism and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These disorder’s symptoms are characterized along a spectrum. Diagnostic markers include difficulties with social interaction, motor coordination, attention, verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors. ASD is related to intellectual disabilities, difficulties with motor skill coordination, difficulty… Read more »

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

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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… Read more »

Acetaminophen Poisoning and Glutathione

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Tylenol (Acetaminophen) poisoning happens when someone takes more than the suggested dose. The recommended dose is 4000 mg daily. While considered safe in medicinal doses, at larger doses, acetaminophen can be fatal. Nearly half of all cases of acute liver failure in the United States and England can be attributed to acetaminophen poisoning. Symptoms of… Read more »

Diabetic Retinopathy and Glutathione

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Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that causes damage to the blood vessels of the retina. This complication may occur in anyone with types 1 or 2 diabetes. Factors contributing to the development of diabetic retinopathy include the length of time a patient has diabetes and the amount of control the patient has over… Read more »

Diabetic Neuropathy (DN) and Glutathione

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Diabetes and its compilations are caused by many factors. Antioxidant substances can be used to protect the body’s naturally occurring neurons. When used as an antioxidant enzyme, glutathione protects tissues from the oxidative damage experienced in Type 1 diabetes and it’s complications. Diabetic Neuropathy (DN) is a secondary complication of diabetes that specifically attacks the… Read more »

Diabetic Nephropathy and Glutathione

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Diabetic nephropathy is a complication of diabetes that causes kidney disease and damage. In diabetics, nephrons, the filtering structures that make up kidneys, slowly scar and thicken over time. This results in kidney leakage and albumin (a protein) to pass into the urine. Often, the damage happens 5 to 10 years before any symptoms present…. Read more »