Because they're unstable, they can take electrons from other cells or react negatively with the molecules in a cell, setting off a chain reaction that terminates in apoptosis, or cell death.11 Oxidative stress can stem from various causes, such as smoking, drinking, environmental pollution, exposure to sunlight, and mental/physical stress.12 Although the body needs pro-oxidants, they can cause several detrimental health effects when present in overabundance without enough antioxidants to counter them, such as:13 Cancer Rheumatoid arthritis Kidney diseases Cardiovascular diseases Neurological diseases Respiratory diseases Psychological disorders Age-related degeneration Insider Tip: Glutathione is pronounced glu-ta-THI-one, with the stress on the third syllable
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Rechallenge with immune-checkpoint inhibitors in patients with advanced-stage lung cancer
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These two peptides are also being researched in the contexts of injuries to the brain, stroke, ALS, and Alzheimers disease, among other conditions