Glutathione IV Therapy in San Diego
HELPS TARGET: Weakned immune system, detoxification, brain fog, increased energy, poor sleep, muscle/joint pain, detoxification of liver
KEY MEDICINES: Glutathione
- Detoxification
- Muscle/joint pain
- Increased energy
- Poor sleep
Why Is Glutathione IV Infusion Effective:
Glutathione delivered intravenously is the fastest and most effective way of boosting glutathione levels. Glutathione can be taken as an oral supplement, but it is very poorly absorbed. There are versions of glutathione that can be absorbed orally such as liposomal glutathione, however we find that IV glutathione is the most effective.
Contributors To Low Glutathione Levels:
- Environmental toxins i.e. exhaust fumes, mold, parabens, phthalates, air pollution
- Heavy metal exposure i.e. lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic
- Physical stress i.e. overtraining
Emotional or psychological stress i.e. stressful work environment, stressful home life - Consumption of processed foods
- Consumption of non-organic foods i.e. pesticides and herbicides
- Substance abuse
- High levels of alcohol consumption
- Smoking
- Autoimmune diseases i.e. lupus, hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis
- Certain medications
- Toxic beauty products
- Toxic household cleaning products
Glutathione San Diego Treatment
Studies looking at the effects of glutathione administered intravenously twice a week for 60 days in patients with Parkinson’s disease showed reduction in symptoms and a possible reduction in the progression of the disease.
In a study involving patients with NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) given 300 mg of glutathione daily for 4 months, there were significant reductions in ALT (a liver enzyme that is elevated with liver damage), triglycerides, and ferritin.
In a case report by Otto ND and colleagues, both subjective and objective symptom improvement occurred in a conventionally-treated patient suffering from parkinson’s disease with intravenous glutathione therapy.
In a double blind, randomized trial involving 151 patients with ovarian cancer treated with cisplatin, intravenous glutathione therapy was shown to reduce the toxicity of cisplatin and improve quality of life.
Who Can Benefit?
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Liver detoxification
- Immune support
- Neuro-degenerative processes
- Low energy
- Exposure to environmental toxins
- Anti-aging and overall wellness
- Recovery optimization
Symptoms Of Low Glutathione Levels:
- Weakened immune system i.e. frequent colds or infections
- Brain fog
- Decreased energy
- Sleep disturbances
- Muscle/joint pain
- Poor liver detoxification
How Long Does A Glutathione IV Infusion Take?
Glutathione can be given as a push following a nutrient IV infusion or on its own in a bag of fluid infused intravenously as a drip.
Glutathione pushes are quick and do not take more than 5 minutes following an IV nutrient infusion, whereas glutathione a bag infused as a drip can take approximately 30 minutes.
We offer a selection of additional IV therapy services with many options available for our patients.
How Many Glutathione IV Infusions Are Needed?
Does IV Therapy Hurt?
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How To Boost Glutathione Levels Naturally?
Stress reduction – methods such as diaphragmatic breathing, yoga, meditation, or journaling can all help to reduce stress levels in the body. Chronic stress does a number on the body and can lead to hormone imbalance, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), blood sugar imbalances, and a rapid depletion of glutathione reserves.
Organic food – organic foods are not grown with pesticides or herbicides which cause harm to the body and can deplete glutathione levels. Organic foods are also higher in vitamins and nutrients that can help support optimal glutathione levels.
Optimize sleep – sleep deprivation as we all know can lead to a host of issues. Prioritizing sleep is essential for our bodies and brains to repair and function optimally. Chronic sleep loss leads to higher levels of inflammation and blood sugar dysregulation which can in turn deplete glutathione.
Consume sulfur rich foods – sulfur rich foods such as onions, garlic, and cruciferous vegetables contain the amino acids methionine and cysteine that help to increase the production of glutathione.
Grass-fed whey protein – high quality grass-fed whey protein can be a good protein source for those not sensitive to dairy. Several studies have indicated that supplementation with whey protein can increase levels of glutathione in the body.
Consume selenium rich foods – selenium has been shown to increase levels of glutathione in the body. Foods that are rich in selenium include brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, or fish.
Is There Research Supporting The Effectiveness Of Glutathione?
In a study involving patients with NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) given 300 mg of glutathione daily for 4 months, there were significant reductions in ALT (a liver enzyme that is elevated with liver damage), triglycerides, and ferritin.
In a case report by Otto ND and colleagues, both subjective and objective symptom improvement occurred in a conventionally-treated patient suffering from parkinson’s disease with intravenous glutathione therapy.
In a double blind, randomized trial involving 151 patients with ovarian cancer treated with cisplatin, intravenous glutathione therapy was shown to reduce the toxicity of cisplatin and improve quality of life.
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