Tag: Glutathione depletion

Chronic alcohol consumption is a known contributor to severe oxidative stress in the body. This metabolic process demands a high volume of antioxidants, and research clearly shows that, yes, alcohol significantly depletes glutathione levels.

Over 90% of a healthy cell's total glutathione exists in its active, reduced form (GSH), ready to neutralize harmful free radicals. Understanding what happens when glutathione is reduced is crucial to grasping its profound role in protecting cells, and conversely, why its depletion is a major threat to overall health.