Glutathione may theoretically interact with chemotherapy medications, as some cancer treatments work partly by inducing oxidative stress in cancer cells
The compound is derived from a sequence associated with gastric protective proteins, which has made it a subject of interest across a broad range of preclinical research models
Immune Function Oral supplementation increased whole-blood GSH levels and improved natural killer cell activity (Richie et al., 2015)
Koufoglou, E., Kourlaba, G., & Michos, A
However, individuals with very sensitive skin or allergies should perform a patch test or consult a doctor before regular use
In a healthy individual, free radical levels are balanced by antioxidant production