Modern horses are exposed to various stressors that can increase oxidative stress, such as: Intensive training and competition Exposure to environmental toxins and pollutants Travel-related stress Aging and chronic inflammation High-performance nutritional needs In these situations, a horses natural glutathione levels may become depleted, leading to: Reduced muscle recovery Compromised immune function Poor liver detoxification Increased risk of illness or injury Supplementing with glutathione or supporting its natural production can make a significant difference in equine health and performance
These selenoproteins play vital roles in thyroid hormone synthesis, free radical scavenging, DNA synthesis, and cancer prevention
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Foods rich in glutathione: Veggies: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, spinach, asparagus, avocado, garlic, tomatoes Fruit: watermelon, apples, oranges, grapes, bananas Protein: Lean meat, nuts, seeds, eggs, milk, eggs Other anti-graying musts Prematurely graying is also likely due to oxidative stress and cellular damage caused by environmental toxins, metabolic disorders and stress, according to Lee
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