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 (glutamine, cysteine, and glycine)

 that plays an important role in detoxifying free radicals produced during normal metabolism, immune system activity, and the response to external toxins.  It is a key factor in liver detoxification and protection, and is important for maintaining DNA stability during inflammation.
 
In the brain, glutathione is known to play two important roles:
1)     The preservation of healthy brain cells by preventing damage due to free radical production.
2)     Amino acid transport for neurotransmitter production.
 
The most rigorous studies done on glutathione for neurological health, focus on its remarkable capacity to protect cancer patients from the neurotoxicity of their chemotherapy.  A 2002 study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology looked at 52 patients in treatment for advanced colorectal carcinoma who were randomized to two groups:  one group received a normal saline infusion (control) prior to their bimonthly chemotherapy (oxaliplatin), and the other received 1,500mg of reduced glutathione by IV infusion prior to their chemotherapy.  Oxaliplatin is a newer chemotherapeutic drug, used mainly in colorectal cancers. It can commonly cause cold-sensitive pain and peripheral sensory neuropathy that can be uncomfortable or painful and cause early discontinuation of the treatment.
 
In this study, they found that the group of patients receiving IV glutathione had only two incidents of neuropathy, compared with 11 in the saline group.  Neurophysiological nerve tests showed that the nerve conduction in the saline group was diminished, but not in the glutathione group.  In the end, glutathione appeared to protect these patients from the toxic side effects of their chemotherapy, while NOT diminishing the efficacy of the chemotherapy itself.
 
There are additional studies showing improvements in toxicity of cisplatin (another chemotherapy agent), and improvements in quality of life in cancer patients during chemotherapy.  I have posted a couple here on our website for you.
 
Chemotherapy is an extreme example of neurological toxin stress, and glutathione shows efficacy in protecting the nerves in these situations.  So what about the general wear and tear of everyday life?  Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's dementia are two neurodegenerative conditions that are caused, at least in part, by low grade, chronic inflammation over a long period of time.  Patients with Parkinson's disease have been found to be low in glutathione in the substantia nigra (the area of the brain most affected in this disease).  Some researchers are hypothesizing that there may be a link to poor glutathione levels (even genetic predispositions to low levels) and an increase in inflammatory brain damage in these cases.
 
Dr. Perlmutter made famous the use of IV glutathione in patients with Parkinson's disease.  There is preliminary research to back up his findings, and many case studies of patients getting similar improvements to what he reports.  Dr. Perlmutter, essentially, is a neurologist who started IV infusions of glutathione in his Parkinson's patients and found that some of them got remarkable improvements in function, some as soon as 30 minutes after treatment.  We have posted one video on our website here that shows someone who was a very good responder to treatment.  In theory, these improvements are due to the replenishment of glutathione into the substantia nigra, allowing a certain degree of return of function to the patient.  Dr Perlmutter reports improvements in other neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, but the results in Parkinson's appear to be the most remarkable.
 
One of the main problems with glutathione is that taking it orally does not facilitate increases in the nervous system.  The most effective way of increasing glutathione in the brain is through IV therapy.  Other substances, like N-acetyl cysteine, Vitamin C, and SAMe can be helpful, but do not achieve nearly the same levels possible through IV therapy.
 
This is why we have begun to offer IV glutathione to our patients here at Acacia.  If you are interested in this care for your loved one, or for yourself, the first step is to set up an initial consultation with Dr Hutchison.  She will review your health history and your current health condition, and determine if you are a good candidate for IV glutathione therapy, then develop a treatment plan that is designed for you.
 
Glutathione is a very promising treatment option for many neurological conditions.  If you have a question, you can contact Dr Hutchison by emailing pam@acaciahealth.ca.

 

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Summer Peach and Ginger Smoothie
This smoothie is a great way to use extra peaches from the summer harvest.  The sweetness of the peaches and the spiciness of the ginger provide a wonderful combination.

Next, add the ice cubes and blend until desired consistency.  Serve immediately.

 

Recipe and text from nourishingmeals.com- the blog of the writers of the fantastic cookbook: The Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook.

We carry The Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook at our clinic. 
It is one of the best whole foods cookbooks we have seen, with lots of information on improving your diet. All the recipes are gluten, casien (a milk protein) and egg-free - and so very helpful for people with food allergies or celiac disease!