Since quite some time now, the glutathione has been remained under much discussion and is now being largely promoted. The major source of the promotion of this simple molecule it its presence in up and coming pills and supplements. Other sources include newspaper reviews, doctors’ advices and dietitians’ concentration on increasing its levels in the human body. This sudden popularity and propagating is the result of the recent discovery that led this nutrient to be termed as ‘Master Antioxidant’ and in the list of fourteen SuperFoods in the book; SuperFoods Rx: Fourteen Foods that Will Change Your Life. With these titles endorsed to its name, this simple molecule becomes a popular subject of discussion in various circles.
What is Glutathione?
Glutathione is a simple molecule that is made up of a mixture of three amino acids namely; glycine, cyctine and glutamate. Once formed, it becomes a powerful antioxidant that not only functions the most inside the human body and is the most effective of all antioxidants but is actually the power behind all other antioxidants and makes them to function well. It is the presence of proper amount of this antioxidant inside the body that helps other antioxidants to be produced well and function up to the requirement. Hence, this is the most important antioxidant that human body produces and needs and one has to be immensely careful about its amount inside the human body. If this simple molecule is present in a lower amount than required, all antioxidants working inside will be harmed and the human body, as a whole, will be harmed.
The Production:
Glutathione is produced naturally inside the human body through the foods eaten as well as inside the cells pertaining to their activity and reproduction. However, since people today have no time left to concentrate on proper diet and eat nutrition wise, it has become impossible for most people to maintain the required levels of the “Master” antioxidant in their bodies. Rather, lifestyles of people are now influenced by tough daily routines and overworking. Thus, all what people think about is work and since they are not at home most of the day, all what is available to them is street food or fried stuff and this only brings in cholesterol and fats. In order to get what has been termed as a SuperFood and oft mentioned as the master antioxidant, one needs to bring in the supplements and pills available in the market. Just like protein and vitamin tablets, there are ones available for this simple molecule too. If bought from a good brand, they would be safe to use and effective.
Foods that introduce it to the Body:
Dairy produce such as chicken, mutton, beef, pork, eggs, milk, cheese and others are some of the most excellent sources but along with these, one can also rely on many kinds of fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs, nuts and oats. Fruits such as oranges, peaches, strawberries, grapefruits, watermelons and avocados and vegetables such as broccoli, collard greens, cauliflower and cabbages are good sources. Cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, milk thistle, spinach, onion, Brazil nuts, walnuts, potatoes, tomatoes, garlic and asparagus are also very good sources.
Being an antioxidant, glutathione cleanses the body and detoxifies it to make it function better. It prevents infections and bacterial and viral issues as well as promotes healthier cardiovascular functionality. It is an extremely important molecule to have and has many other benefits too. Its intake must be taken good care of.
