It’s Thursday, and today I want to share something about our bodies. More…

We for You | Daily Reflection | *by Maryam* ❤️

Salam Alaikum dear sisters,
How are you feeling today? 🌸

It’s Thursday, and today I want to share something about our bodies. More and more, we hear in the media about Glutathione and NAC.
So today is about these two key substances in our body and should we use them as supplements or medicine?

Glutathione is often called our body’s master 👑 antioxidant. It has amazing power: protects our cells, helps detoxify, boosts immunity, gives us energy, repairs damage, and reduces inflammation. Alhamdulillah, our body makes it naturally, but things like stress, poor diet, toxins, infections, medications, smoking, and even aging lower its levels.
The good news is we can support it with food. Broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, garlic, onions, avocados, spinach, asparagus, raspberries, citrus fruits like oranges and lemons, watermelon, fish, chicken, eggs, whey protein, and nuts and seeds like Brazil nuts, almonds, walnuts, pumpkin and sunflower seeds- all of these help keep glutathione strong. 🌿🍊🥦

Then there’s NAC (N-acetylcysteine), which some of you know as ACC -the medicine doctors give for coughing with mucus. But NAC is more than that. It’s a source of cysteine, the main building block of glutathione. That’s why it’s called a precursor- it comes first and helps the body produce glutathione. NAC is also used for lung health, liver support, and general antioxidant protection.
And nowadays, when someone has a cold or flu, doctors don’t anymore recommend vitamins, but they often recommend NAC -because it thins mucus, makes breathing easier, and quickly restores glutathione.
There are even studies showing NAC can reduce flu symptoms and lower the risk of flu in older people.
Researchers are also looking at NAC for mental health and aging. There are studies showing it may help with depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and even addiction recovery, because it balances brain chemicals and reduces oxidative stress in the brain. It’s also being studied for healthy aging, though it’s not standard practice yet.

And while you may see “liposomal glutathione” supplements being advertised, the body doesn’t absorb glutathione very well this way. Liposomal forms are a bit better than regular ones, but results are not always consistent. NAC, on the other hand, gives the body what it needs to make its own glutathione, so it’s usually more effective and reliable and often much cheaper too.

Of course, you don’t always need NAC if you’re healthy. Eating well, sleeping properly, and managing stress are usually enough.
NAC can sometimes cause side effects, and it may interact with medicines like blood thinners, nitroglycerin, or certain blood pressure tablets, so it’s good to be aware.

Btw routine doctors don’t usually test glutathione directly. But homocysteine and liver function tests can give hints, while special labs can measure glutathione itself and oxidative stress balance.

✨ So in short: the best way to support glutathione is through daily healthy food choices - vegetables, fruits, proteins, nuts, and seeds. NAC is a useful extra tool when needed, but food and lifestyle matter most. And don’t rush to buy expensive glutathione supplements you see online -often, simply eating well (and using NAC if it’s really needed) is more effective and reliable.

Let’s keep encouraging one another with small steps toward better health. 💙And as always, keep in touch during the week and reach out if you need anything.