Its function is to protect all kinds of cells from the damaging effects of toxins and oxidative stress
When the bodys antioxidant defenses are insufficient, it experiences something called oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is related to inflammation, and can be brought about by a variety of factors, including poor diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, exposure to pollution and toxins, radiation, and intense exercise
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Additionally, the antioxidant enzymes glutathione reductase, catalase, GPx, and SOD can be employed to monitor and correct the activity of these enzymes both before and during medication [217]
51 The lung is particularly at risk from oxidative damage as it is exposed to oxygen, oxygen radicals produced by alveolar macrophages, inhaled environmental and blood-borne toxins, including cigarette smoke and atmo-spheric pollutants
Pharmacokinetic analysis showed that plasma BPC-157 concentrations returned to baseline within 24 h, consistent with its known rapid clearance and short half-life [52]
