Why do people take this ? Are there studies to show its effectiveness?
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There is an article, Beyond the Blue Zone...by Jason Kennedy, from November 27, 2012. This is found at www.DiscoveryHealthPublishing.com. It was this info that enabled me to see the benefits of Glutathione in a general way. As for this particular product, the isotonic form is far more likely to be absorbed by the body. I am past 65, so it is a factor that has slowed down in my body's production of it, and I found the supplement very helpful. Perhaps that would even be the case in a perfect world, but we also live in an ever increasing toxic situation. So I take it because I feel the need for this "master guardian". I hope this helps.
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I don't believe you will ever find detailed studies on this. Glutathione is not a patented medication (I don't know the "liposomal" part of it), therefore there will not be drug companies willing to put any money in it. With that said, there are several studies on glutathione both oral and inhaled which show a significant anti inflammatory effect. It is really the body's own main antioxidant. The liposomal preparation makes sense, as it helps protect the glutathione and diffuse it into the cells where it is needed. This is the one I have been taking for a couple of months and believe me, it works. Helps with a lot of pains and aches. I don't believe you will ever find detailed studies on this. Glutathione is not a patented medication (I don't know the "liposomal" part of it), therefore there will not be drug companies willing to put any money in it. With that said, there are several studies on glutathione both oral and inhaled which show a significant anti inflammatory effect. It is really the body's own main antioxidant. The liposomal preparation makes sense, as it helps protect the glutathione and diffuse it into the cells where it is needed. This is the one I have been taking for a couple of months and... » Read More I don't believe you will ever find detailed studies on this. Glutathione is not a patented medication (I don't know the "liposomal" part of it), therefore there will not be drug companies willing to put any money in it. With that said, there are several studies on glutathione both oral and inhaled which show a significant anti inflammatory effect. It is really the body's own main antioxidant. The liposomal preparation makes sense, as it helps protect the glutathione and diffuse it into the cells where it is needed. This is the one I have been taking for a couple of months and believe me, it works. Helps with a lot of pains and aches. « Show Less
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A different form of Glutathione--Acetyl--in acid-resistant capsules has been considered more bioavailable than original, non-Acetyl Glutathione supplement too-big molecules. I'd like to know how this Glutathione wrapped in liposomes compares to Acetyl. If this is still the too-large molecules, it isn't logical that wrapping them in liposomes helps the size issue. Guess we need Liposomal Acetyl Glutathione, though we're not designed to supplement Glutathione anyway, rather to consume foods w/ precursors NAC, Glutamine, & Glycine. Unnaturally high NAC supplement can result in Zinc deficiency.
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I bought this as a well-absorbed antioxidant as part of a cataract-reversal protocol for my father which also included carnitine eye drops. If you go to company website you will find more info, I believe.
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There is an article, Beyond the Blue Zone...by Jason Kennedy, from November 27, 2012. This is found at www.DiscoveryHealthPublishing.com. It was this info that enabled me to see the benefits of Glutathione in a general way. As for this particular product, the isotonic form is far more likely to be absorbed by the body. I am past 65, so it is a factor that has slowed down in my body's production of it, and I found the supplement very helpful. Perhaps that would even be the case in a perfect world, but we also live in an ever increasing toxic situation. So I take it because I feel the need for this "master guardian". I hope this helps. There is an article, Beyond the Blue Zone...by Jason Kennedy, from November 27, 2012. This is found at www.DiscoveryHealthPublishing.com. It was this info that enabled me to see the benefits of Glutathione in a general way. As for this particular product, the isotonic form is far more likely to be absorbed by the body. I am past 65, so it is a factor that has slowed down in my body's production of it, and I found the supplement very helpful. Perhaps that would even be the case in a perfect world, but we also live in an ever increasing toxic situation. So I take it because I feel the need... » Read More There is an article, Beyond the Blue Zone...by Jason Kennedy, from November 27, 2012. This is found at www.DiscoveryHealthPublishing.com. It was this info that enabled me to see the benefits of Glutathione in a general way. As for this particular product, the isotonic form is far more likely to be absorbed by the body. I am past 65, so it is a factor that has slowed down in my body's production of it, and I found the supplement very helpful. Perhaps that would even be the case in a perfect world, but we also live in an ever increasing toxic situation. So I take it because I feel the need for this "master guardian". I hope this helps. « Show Less
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Absolutely not. I've never even heard this rumor. It's good for your heart and helps you heal. I take one a day.
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Not really Rachel, but I believe that most people don't take large enough doses to get the full benefits. The Weston A. Price website might have more info on this.
2015031
Why would you bother with one of these? In my opinion they are placebo machines. There is zero evidence these things do what they claim. It's all anecdotal. They detox nothing. -- Dr. AMR
1409165
I have been taking it and I am on anti depressants. Haven't noticed any help with weight loss, so not sure it is a good investment.
379201
It gave me more energy and I also started losing weight - gradually. I think I lost about 5 lbs in a month and kept it off. I think it rev's up a person's metabolism. it's actually a wonderful product IF it were not for the side-effects that *I* had experienced. It probably would work for most people - just not me. One just has to be careful when taking the product and also be diligent in one's research.
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People also use it as a de-worming (anthelmintic) agent for livestock, instead of big pharma drugs. Apparently it is very effective compared to some other all natural items. You can search for dosages on the 'net.
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I won't pretend to know all about Omega 3, but I do know that it is useful and "recommended/prescribed" for a number of reasons. I'll only address the reason I take it and continue to take this particular product. The varied reasons it may be recommended to you seems to lead to levels, dosages and/or type of Omega 3's. You could hear anything from specific mg of EPA or DHA or sometimes just "fish oil" or "omega 3" recommendations. Don't be surprised if your doctor and even some specialists don't seem to know what the latest research is. There is so much out there! I take it very specifically for relief of depression symptoms, although I took a different brand/type previously for just general health. I started taking the NOW Ultra Omega-3 about 18 months ago during an 8 week program of therapeutic lifestyle change (TLC) to treat depression. Increasing Omega-3, in particular, a 2:1 EPA/DHA ratio, at an effective level (1000mg EPA I believe) has been shown to have a beneficial impact on depression for many. This brand has much more EPA than others I've found and for a giant pill goes down easily (2 softgels versus many more with less EPA). That's my two cents. May be helpful to some. If interested, you can read on... It is a long story as to why this would help depression, but I have found this particular EPA/DHA ratio helps me substantially, even though I am less compliant to the other principles of TLC (like exercise). Dr Stephen Ilardi's approach has research showing effectiveness at treating depression. He is the author of a book (they do sell it on amazon) or google him for more info.
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Sounds like a question for the company. I have taken this for years on the advice of my friend's doctor - had good results - never looked for another choice. The effects develop slowly over time until one day you realize that you are not as creaky / uncomfortable as before. I, too, stopped for a while and could really tell the difference then! I'm surprised that Amazon / companies don't maintain a contact web site for questions like these.
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I haven't used it enough to really give you a good answer! My husband says he thinks it a "mental thing" that I just THINK I feel better after using it but I do feel that there is some relief within a few minutes - a bit tingly upon application (which he says is just distracting - sorry I'm so vague!)
100511
I've heard that it works but I don't know for sure. Actually I stop taking it because I started to get acne on my back and I have never suffered of that. I will recommend to research more about it but since everyone has a different metabolism it might work different on u.
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It is not the reason to take it, but it does have a laxative effect in larger amounts. How much that is depends on your body. The reason to take it is to increase the friendly flora in the gut and probably works best taken with another probiotic food or supplement.
757460
I have been taking it and I am very pleased with it No lasting effects. I have MS and I am very carefull what I take.
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As with the other response...not sure. But I also agree it works. No-one in our home has had any adverse reactions.
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I am not sure. I took this for two weeks and it had no effect on me what so ever. I just recently returned it for a refund.
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I am not a medical professional and I don't use more than the dosage because I get great results. I will take a guess and say that it is basically a "CYA" (cover your a**) clause because some people might be sensitive to something in it or because different age/weight/issues call for different doses but they have to go with the "lowest" safe dose to avoid people improperly dosing and then trying to sue for damages.
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It looks like they are getting this question a lot. I found this website http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/New-research-suggests-top-selling-brain-supplement-does-what-it-says-on-the-tin which looks pretty bogus, touting just what you are asking for. I have a feeling researching nutraingredients-usa would take you back to a web hosting company that the makers of FF paid to post this. Just my gut feeling, I'm not going to waste my time digging. Consumer's Report has a reputation for telling it like it is, mostly.