Glutathione is the most important antioxidant in the body and is
vital for health but what exactly does it do? Read on to find
out more. What is Glutathione (GSH)? Glutathione is a tri-
peptide that is made up of gamma-glutamic acid, cysteine, and
glycine, and is also known as gamma-glutamylcysteinelglycine or
GSH. Glutathione is a substance that is found in every cell of
the body, and has been called the master antioxidant. It is such
an important antioxidant as it is actually within the body’s
cells and it also regulates the actions of lesser antioxidants
such as vitamin C and vitamin E. if the levels of glutathione
are too low in the body, other antioxidants are unable to do
their job. Glutathione is the regulator and regenerator of
immune cells and it is the most valuable detoxifying agent in
the body. It is important in DNA synthesis and repair, protein
and prostaglandin synthesis, amino acid transport,
detoxification of toxins and carcinogens, enhancement of the
immune system, and protection from oxidati