Low glutathione levels have been linked to abnormalities in the lungs' lining, and having normal glutathione levels may protect from inflammation by protecting lung tissue from free radical damage.27 Additionally, animal studies found that intravenous glutathione supplementation helped maintain normal lung function and prevent damage such as decreased lung compliance, increased swelling, and reduced lung tissue
Glutathione undergoes a reaction with the toxic substances, facilitated by enzymes such as glutathione S-transferases, to form a conjugate known as a glutathione adduct, which is then further metabolized in the liver to form mercapturic acid, a water-soluble compound that can be easily excreted through the urine
Neither category provides the safety assurances that pharmaceutical manufacturing does
For patients and caregivers navigating these invisible illnesses, the search for scientifically grounded, validating management strategies is paramount