What it does
A molecule made from glutamate, cysteine and glycine that participates in cellular redox balance.
What symptoms can—and cannot—tell you
There is no established dietary deficiency syndrome for this specific botanical or compound. Symptoms are not evidence that you need this supplement.
Food sources
Some occurs in vegetables and other foods. Dietary protein supplies building blocks the body uses to make it.
Supplement forms
Reduced glutathione and liposomal preparations are marketed. Formulation alone does not prove a clinical benefit.
Before taking a supplement
Concentrated supplements can interact with medicines and may differ substantially from foods. Discuss pregnancy, breastfeeding, kidney or liver disease, and planned surgery with a clinician or pharmacist.
Questions for your visit
Could my diet, medicines, absorption or another condition explain my concern? What evidence would support treatment, and how would we check whether it helps?
Names you may see
Glutathione (GSH) · GSH
PURSER WELLNESS · PRACTICE & SHOP
Explore your next step.
PHYSICIAN DESIGNEDVARS Glutathione CapsulesCapsule product informationView product
PHYSICIAN DESIGNEDVARS Liposomal GlutathioneLiquid product informationView productTESTING & CONSULTATIONCMA intracellular testing + consultationLearn about the test and consultation optionsExplore testingProduct and testing details from our practice and shop. Discuss what fits your needs with your clinician. Current labels, availability and pricing are shown on the linked pages.
Sources & perspective
This is an editorial adaptation of the Purser Wellness nutrient reference app. Purser teaching connections are labeled separately from clinical interpretation. Private cases and individual treatment protocols are not reproduced.
The external resource below explains supplement safety; it does not validate every proposed use of this ingredient.
NCCIH: using dietary supplements wisely
