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← Balita · Issue 3799 · 18 July 2019 Feature

The Truth About Glutathione and Its Effects

Dr. Cenica explains what glutathione is, how it is used and why treatment should come from registered clinics.

Not a lot of people know that glutathione is a substance that is naturally and regularly produced by the liver. Glutathione is substance that is composed of protein, glycine and glutamine. It is the key to preventing aging and various illnesses as it is one of the most active antioxidant systems in the human body. However, poor lifestyle may lead to the depletion of Glutathione.

Glutathione has been widely used by healthcare providers for cancer patients to prevent the side effects of chemotherapy. This is due to the fact that glutathione helps in increasing energy levels, it strengthens the immune system and detoxifies the body. Not only does it improve a person’s overall health but it also has antimelanogenic properties which promotes skin whitening and treatment of hyperpigmentation.

The use of Glutathione has become the latest trend for skin whitening in the Philippines. It is usually taken orally, by inhalation or through injection. Glutathione IV is a good alternative for whitening products such as bleaching creams. Certain dosages of Glutathione are safe and also beneficial for the health. There has been a huge increase in the number of clinics, salons, as well as on social media that are offering such services. It is still best to seek medical professionals and only registered clinics when availing this service.

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