Glutathiones reduced form (GSH): Carries an extra electron (hydrogen) Donates hydrogen (electron) to inflammation-causing free radicals to neutralize their effect Glutathione peroxidase enzyme Requires selenium Converts two hydrogen peroxides into two water molecules Glutathiones oxidized form (GSSG): State of glutathione after losing its electron Forms a disulfide bridge between two glutathione molecules Glutathione reductase enzyme Glutathione can be recycled back to its reduced form using NADPH (reducing agent, electron donor)
Interestingly, a recent, multi-faceted, integrated systems biological approach also identified AGT as being one of the central players in pre-term pre-eclampsia 17
The intensity of these symptoms varies from person to person, depending on prostaglandin levels and individual sensitivity
G8090, G8091, G8093, G8092
Taurine, calcium, magnesium, and sodium round out the formula for cellular hydration and electrolyte support