Longevity & cellular · Peptide
Glutathione
Also known as GSH
The body's master antioxidant tripeptide, taken to support detox and skin.
Status as of 2026-07 · reclassification ≠ FDA approval · educational only, not medical advice.
The signal it sends
Neutralizes oxidative stress and supports liver detox enzymes.
Benefits & effects studied
- Antioxidant & detox support
- Skin-brightening interest
- Declines with age
Research state
Oral absorption debated; IV/liposomal better studied.
Dosing & pharmacokinetics
Oral/liposomal daily; IV is clinic-administered. Half-life: Short (oral).
Dosing information is educational only. Glutathione decisions belong with a licensed clinician — Jevity does not recommend or supply dosing.
History & discovery
First described 1888 by de Rey-Pailhade (discovery); Frederick Gowland Hopkins (rediscovery/naming, 1921) Origin: First discovered in 1888 by de Rey-Pailhade, who named it 'philothion' for its sulfur reactivity; Frederick Gowland Hopkins re-extracted and named it glutathione in 1921, and its correct tripeptide structure was established by Harington and Mead in 1935..
Molecular structure
A tripeptide of glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine (gamma-L-glutamyl-L-cysteinyl-glycine).
Frequently asked questions
Is Glutathione FDA-approved?
Dietary supplement (oral); IV compounded On Jevity's evidence scale, Glutathione is graded "Dietary supplement". Reclassification for compounding is not the same as FDA approval.
What is Glutathione used for?
The body's master antioxidant tripeptide, taken to support detox and skin. Neutralizes oxidative stress and supports liver detox enzymes. Studied effects include: Antioxidant & detox support; Skin-brightening interest; Declines with age. This is educational information, not a recommendation to use it.
Is Glutathione legal in the UAE?
UAE / DHA status: Available as a supplement
Is Glutathione banned in sport?
WADA status: Not prohibited
What is Glutathione's Jevity Score?
Glutathione has a Jevity Score of 63/100 — a proprietary composite of evidence strength (6/10), regulatory clarity (7/10) and supply verifiability (6/10). It reflects how established and legitimate the compound is, not a recommendation.
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