Glutathione Peroxidase
Description
Glutathione Peroxidase is an endogenous antioxidant enzyme.
Health Benefits of Glutathione Peroxidase
Aging & Life Extension
Increased Glutathione Peroxidase activity may be associated with Life Extension. [1]
Digestive System
Pancreatitis patients often have low Glutathione Peroxidase levels. [2]
Ears/Hearing
Glutathione Peroxidase deficiency may increase the risk of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss. [3]
Eyes/Vision
Optimal levels of Glutathione Peroxidase may help to prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) - ARMD patients generally have low levels of Glutathione Peroxidase. [4]
Glutathione Peroxidase may help to prevent Cataracts (by exerting its Antioxidant effects within the Lens of the Eye). [5]
Glutathione Peroxidase concentrates (in high quantities) in the Retina of the Eyes: [6]
Glutathione Peroxidase concentrates in the Macula (where it functions as an Antioxidant). [7]
Immune System
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) patients often exhibit lowered Glutathione Peroxidase levels. The HIV Virus depletes the body’s Glutathione Peroxidase levels by depleting the nutrients that are precursors for Glutathione Peroxidase. Glutathione Peroxidase may inhibit HIV-1 Viral Reverse Transcriptase. [8]
Metabolism
Glutathione Peroxidase is a powerful Antioxidants that directly scavenges Free Radicals: [9]
Glutathione Peroxidase protects the body from Peroxide Free Radicals and their consequent oxidative damage.
Glutathione Peroxidase catalyzes the breakdown of Epoxides and Peroxides within the body.
Glutathione Peroxidase catalyzes the deactivation of Hydrogen Peroxide:
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Glutathione Peroxidase protects against the Peroxidation of Fats induced by Alcohol.
Glutathione Peroxidase may protect Liver cells from damage. Anecdotal Evidence
Glutathione Peroxidase may help to prevent Cirrhosis of the Liver. Anecdotal Evidence
Nervous System
Convulsions (seizures) occasionally may occur as a result of insufficient production or activity of Glutathione Peroxidase. [10]
Some cases of Epilepsy may occur as a result of insufficient production or activity of Glutathione Peroxidase. Anecdotal Evidence
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