Further, this data suggests that rather than buffering oxidative stress to prevent liver damage, GSH synthesis is crucial for maintaining low NRF2 levels and sustaining lipid production by the liver
By enhancing glutathione levels, NAC may also help reduce inflammation in the lungs, further supporting respiratory function
Glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPx4) has a high preference for lipid hydroperoxides
Oxidative stress is a part of many acute and chronic pathological processes in respiratory, cardiovascular, kidney, neurodegenerative, and biliary diseases, as well as in cancer
The review confirmed that GSH is a critical factor in maintaining cellular redox balance and is involved in the regulation of cell signalling and repair pathways
Without adequate levels of glutathione cellular health and longevity are compromised