As people continue to look for more natural ways to combat viral illnesses including specific illnesses such as Covid-19, we know that natural dietary supplements are one of the best ways to boost your body’s immune system. By prioritizing our vitamin and nutrient levels, we are able to build up our body’s defense system.
A few dietary supplements have shown to be effective in the prevention, treatment and recovery of Covid-19. One of the most effective supplements has been glutathione. Glutathione is found in every cell in our body and is considered the body’s main antioxidant. It reduces oxidative stress in the body which is toxic and damages cells. It is important to maintain normal levels of glutathione in our bodies as it has so many crucial functions in the body.
Low levels of glutathione have been linked to a wide variety of diseases including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative disorders, autoimmunity and accelerated aging.
Glutathione levels become reduced in our bodies from stress, poor nutrition, environmental toxins and aging. The warning signs of low levels of glutathione can manifest in symptoms like regularly feeling tired or fatigued, difficulty getting quality sleep, persistent brain fog and low immunity or frequent illnesses.
Evidence suggests that glutathione levels are low in Covid-19 patients while their oxidative stress is very high. Due to the high amount of oxidative stress in patients with Covid-19, glutathione can have a major impact by improving oxygen saturation, reducing viral load, improving breathing and speeding up recovery from Covid-19.
A high level of oxidative stress in Covid-19 causes inflammation and a cytokine storm in the body. Without early treatment, the inflammation can cause organ damage, multi-organ failure and even death.
When a patient becomes infected with Covid-19, the SARS-Cov-2 virus replicates rapidly, doing harm to cells from the harmful chemicals that are produced. Glutathione can reduce this inflammation and cell damage while also reducing inflammatory markers in the blood.
You can bolster your glutathione levels through oral supplementation or IV therapy. We offer an oral supplement in the office called L-Glutathione. Taken preventatively, it can boost your immune system and your body’s ability to fight off illness.
It is also important to take in glutathione during your illness to provide your body with the resources it needs to reduce the viral load and improve oxygenation in the lungs. Although taking glutathione orally is encouraged and recommended, receiving glutathione through IV Therapy is the best way to build up your body’s levels of this amazing antioxidant.
Administering glutathione through IV allows for large doses to be administered with minimal to no side effects and guarantees a 100% absorption rate thereby maximizing the positive effects on the body.
