From desi girl – Priyanka Chopra’s flawless complexion to the queen Deepika Padukone’s unmatched glow, these celebrities are definitely (hashtag) skin goals. You may dream of porcelain-like, bright skin and even follow celeb-inspired diets, exercises, and beauty treatments, but they know of one secret that you don’t! Meet Dr.Sheetal Londhe a Pune based cosmetologist to renowned celebrities, who spills the beans on glutathione and gives a peek into the celeb skin secrets.
It’s true, glutathione is an amazing skin lightening element that I prescribe to most of my patients. Celebrities are just like us, they suffer from acne, dull skin, and sun damage. Plus, they even have to shoot in harsh studio lighting with heavy make-up. Only simple, external products don’t do the trick for them, they need glutathione, Dr.Sheetal explained.
Glutathione is an antioxidant. It is produced mainly in plants and animals, and some fungi and bacteria. Its composition largely includes three amino acids namely glutamine, glycine, and cysteine. It has a number of health benefits, however, it is most popular for its amazing skin benefits. Maintaining a high level of glutathione in the body will help you get celebrity like glowing skin. However, glutathione deficiency is quite common and is caused by a number of factors such as poor nutrition, stress, environmental toxins, age, etc. So let’s talk about how you can increase glutathione levels in your body to get glowing skin.
So wait, what exactly is glutathione? Dr.Sheetal sheds some light. It is a powerful antioxidant which is naturally found in human cells. Three amino acids, namely glutamine, glycine, and cysteine form the base of it. Additionally, it contains sulfur that absorbs all the free radicals and toxins from the body.
Since our body produces it, we should all have the same, flawless skin like the Quantico actress, right? “Not necessarily,” continues Dr.Sheetal, just like vitamins, glutathione levels in the body can vary from person to person, and more importantly can be reduced due to several reasons. These may be poor nutrition, lack of sleep, pollution, age, and stress. When toxins become higher in your body, glutathione is overpowered and loses its fighting strength, finally affecting your body.
Dr.Sheetal further explains that glutathione’s wonders go beyond vanity. She said, “Skin lightening is actually a byproduct of glutathione, in fact, it detoxifies the body from the inside to make you healthier. Your chronic infections and minor aches are a result of a compromised immune system. With this antioxidant in your body, you strengthen the system to fight infections and prevent other diseases. Some have even claimed that it helps fight serious illnesses like diabetes, HIV, and cancer; however, it is yet to be explored.”
It is clear that our skin doesn’t look as alluring as celebrities, no matter how much we try. This means we might be seriously lacking this wonderful antioxidant in our body. So how do we get more of it? Dr.Sheetal suggested a few food items that will help increase the levels of glutathione in our body.
Sulfur-Rich Foods: Opt for non-vegetarian dishes that consists of fish, poultry, and beef. These are high in sulfur content. Alternatively, vegetarians can pick broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and kale.
Vitamin C: This vitamin also has antioxidants that work the same way as glutathione, only less potent in comparison, thus working alongside it to fight toxins. Having vitamin C helps improve glutathione levels in the long run. Citrus fruits, berries, and bell peppers are rich in vitamin C.
Foods containing Glutathione: Asparagus, avocados, spinach, and okra have a high content of this antioxidant when consumed in their raw form.
While it is great to pick the natural route to increase glutathione, the cooking process and then the digestion takes away most of this antioxidant, leaving little for your body, explained Dr.Sheetal. She suggested that taking a concentrated version of glutathione, derived from natural sources is the only way to ensure you are getting the right amounts.
She elaborates, Externally taking glutathione is much more effective than other sources as they form a strong wall against the toxins. You can go for injections, soaps, creams, and dietary supplements. The last one is the easiest, non-invasive, and the fastest way to get results from glutathione. Around 500 mg per day is recommended for most, but it is best to check with your healthcare practitioner, based on your body type. Remember, the aim is to be disease-free and be healthy, and as a result, have lighter and brighter skin as compared to before.”
An exceptional oral supplement for glutathione at my clinic that comes in a water-soluble tasty, fizzy formula. It is clinically studied, sugar-free, and is not known to have any side-effects. It supports detoxification and promotes beautiful skin. So it’s time you add glutathione to your daily supplements and look like a red-carpet diva, wherever you may be – at home or office!
There are supplements known to boost your body’s own production of glutathione, including:
Vitamin C (taking Vitamin C with Glutathione can increase absorption)
Vitamin E
Selenium
Curcumin
Silymarin
N-acetylcysteine
An organic diet with an abundance of fresh produce can help your body boost the production of glutathione, but because it is not easily absorbed from food sources an IV glutathione infusion at Remedy Pain Solutions is the most effective way to ensure you are maximizing your levels of the antioxidant.
An IV infusion of glutathione delivers the powerful antioxidant directly into your bloodstream, bypassing the digestive tract where adequate absorption is not a guarantee. Each patient has unique body chemistry, age, and health which will affect the rate at which nutrients are absorbed into their system. Once in the bloodstream, glutathione is carried throughout the entire body, including the brain, heart, lungs, and muscle tissue, so your cells can benefit from glutathione’s detoxifying and protective properties. Simply schedule a consultation with us if you are interested in IV infusion therapy of glutathione or several other vitamins and nutrients.
1)Several studies have linked long-term use of glutathione supplements to low zinc levels, and patients consuming the nutrient orally have reported digestive distress including abdominal cramps and bloating.
2)Intravenous (IV) glutathione infusion bypasses the digestive tract altogether, delivering the master antioxidant directly to your cells. The vast majority of patients receiving IV glutathione treatment have no side effects at all. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is best to check with your doctor at Remedy Pain Solutions prior to infusion.
As you see Glutathione works very well when administered IV or long term oral treatment. When performed by an experienced and skilled cosmetic surgeon, this procedure will help you achieve the best results.
Are you looking to get de tan or fairer ? Let Dr. Sheetal Londhe Monteiro do this who goes the extra mile to satisfy every single patient of her fully.
She will not disappoint you after having years of experience in cosmetic surgery and performing hundreds of successful facelift and fat grafting procedures.
Above all, always choose a proficient cosmetic surgeon e.g., Dr. Sheetal Londhe Monteiro to yield maximum results.