Potential Risks and Side Effects While glutathione and vitamin C are generally safe, there are a few considerations to keep in mind: Digestive Issues : High doses of vitamin C (above 2,000 mg per day) can cause digestive issues such as diarrhea , nausea, and stomach cramps
- and GSH will predominantly be a two electron oxidation process leading to GSSG formation (Quijano et al., 1997)
This peptide inhibited TGF-1/Smad2/3 and STAT3 pathways, leading to decreased inflammation, tubular atrophy, myofibroblast activation, and fibrotic gene expression (Gwon et al., 2021)
Oral Formulation: Oral preparations like tablet and solution forms are also available
Therefore, individuals who are actively taking prescription blood thinners (such as Warfarin, Eliquis, or Plavix), those with bleeding disorders, or those preparing for surgery should consult their healthcare provider before initiating supplementation
The term "peptides," meanwhile, stresses the natural origin of the molecules, says Flynn McGuire, who studies sports medicine at the University of Utah
