Researchers discovered an antioxidant, glutathione, that cancer cells appear to be "addicted to" as fuel, opening new pathways for investigation and a potential drug that can restrict the way tumors use this nutrient
39 ASCT1 and ASCT2, which have mainly been studied in the context of glutamine dependence, are expressed at high levels in different cancer types, 40,41,42 prompting these transporters to be considered putative therapeutic targets in cancer, with different inhibitors currently under investigation
The lower levels of glutathione observed in periodontal disease is suggestive of its protective role for vital cells and tissue structures from host-derived free radicals
The interaction between the gut microbiome and the anti-inflammatory properties of omega-3s appears to positively affect intestinal mucosal barriers.40 N-Acetyl glucosamine (NAG) NAG is a chemical related to glucose that helps build joints and connective tissues
The flask was then purged with nitrogen gas for 20 min to ensure an oxygen-free environment