Muscle Aches and Joint Pain: By downregulating the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6 and TNF-alpha, glutathione helps mitigate the systemic inflammation that drives chronic musculoskeletal pain
Moreover, the carbon skeleton of glutamine helps sustain mitochondrial function by feeding into alternative TCA cycle routes, thereby supporting mitochondrial bioenergetics despite the downregulation of canonical OXPHOS (96)
[8] In the following years, it became a popular additive to many different types of foods and drinks including juices, lemonades, coffee, pastries, ice cream, burgers, pizzas and pet food
While supplements are available, its essential to consult with a healthcare provider to determine safety and necessity, particularly since supplementation can interact with medications or underlying health conditions