Guest guest Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 http://www.naturalinvestor.com/nutritionsciencenews/NSN_backs/Apr_01/eyes_s1.cfm?path=ex Here is a sampling of the evidence concerning glutathione and eye health. GLUTATHIONE has been shown to detoxify the aqueous fluid of the inner eye and may help maintain adequate fluid outflow among glaucoma patients.1 GLUTATHIONE exists in unusually high concentrations in the lens and is essential to maintain its transparency.2 However, glutathione levels decline in the lens with advancing age; the decline is especially rapid prior to cataract formation.3 SULFUR is required to produce glutathione. Alpha-lipoic acid, a sulfur-bearing glutathione promoter, has been shown to be a potent anti-cataract agent in animal studies.4 Foods that increase glutathione levels include sulfur-rich foods such as garlic, eggs, asparagus and onions,5 and glutathione-rich foods such as watermelon, asparagus and grapefruits. Sulfur-bearing food supplements such as alpha-lipoic acid and N-acetylcysteine as well as glutathione itself elevate glutathione.6-8 Vitamin C is also required to regenerate glutathione levels in all living tissues.9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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