Gamma-Rays

Also known as:  Gamma Radiation;  Gamma Irradiation

Gamma-Rays are a spectrum of Electromagnetic Radiation with a very short wavelength - Gamma-Rays have a shorter wavelength than X-Rays but a longer wavelength than Cosmic Rays.  Gamma-Rays are also classed as a form of Radioactivity (Ionizing Radiation).

Cells

 Excessive exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause Cell mutations:

 Excessive exposure to Gamma-Rays may damage Chromosomes.

Digestive System

 Gamma-Rays may destroy the Villi.

Hair

 Excessive exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause the death (Apoptosis) of Hair Follicles.

Immune System

 Excessive exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause various types of Cancer.

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause atrophy (shrinkage) of the Spleen.

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause atrophy (shrinkage) of the Thymus.

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may destroy White Blood Cells:

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause a reduction in the body’s production of Helper T-Cells.

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may cause a reduction in the body’s production of Suppressor T-Cells.

Metabolism

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may result in the generation of Hydroxyl Free Radicals.  ^[1]

 Exposure to Gamma-Rays may damage the Liver.

Nervous System

 Exposure of the Brain to Gamma-Rays may damage the Hippocampus.

Skin

 Exposure of the Skin to Gamma-Rays may cause Radiodermatitis (a form of Dermatitis).

 Exposure to excessive amounts of Gamma-Rays may cause Radioepithelitis (i.e. destruction of the especially of the Skin).

Amino Acids

 Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC) may counteract the toxic effects of exposure to Gamma-Rays.  ^[2]

 N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) may protect the body from the toxic effects of Gamma-Rays.  ^[3]

Carbohydrates

 Beta 1,3 Glucan may protect the body from the toxic effects of Gamma-Rays.  ^[4]

 Hyaluronic Acid (cream applied topically) may counteract the ability of Gamma-Rays to cause Radioepithelitis. 

Carotenoids

 Lycopene may minimize the cellular damage caused by exposure to Gamma-Rays.  ^[5]

Hormones

 Melatonin (pretreatment) may counteract the toxicity associated with exposure to Gamma-Rays.  ^[6]

Lipids

 Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) may inhibit the ability of Gamma-Rays to damage the Hippocampus.  ^[7]

 Gamma-Linolenic Acid may inhibit the ability of Gamma-Rays to cause genetic damage.  ^[8]