Description
Research area – What studies examine Oxidative stress
Whether supplementation increases glutathione levels and improves markers of cellular oxidative damage. Human trial results are mixed.
Immune function
Effects on immune-cell activity and laboratory markers; clinical benefits remain uncertain.
Liver health
Effects on liver enzymes and fatty liver disease. A small pilot study reported improvement, but larger controlled trials are needed.
Skin pigmentation
Effects on melanin production, skin tone, and melasma. Evidence is limited and inconsistent.
Neurological conditions
Whether replenishing glutathione helps conditions such as Parkinson’s disease. One controlled intranasal trial found no benefit over placebo.
