Glutathione plays a key role in maintaining the body’s balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory compounds when our metabolic system alters in response to a change in the level of a particular reactive oxygen species.
Glutathione can bind to a range of toxic molecules to form harmless complexes that are then excreted rapidly from the body. This process applies to both molecules originating from outside of the body as well as endogenous ones: hormonal waste, lactic acid buildup in the active muscles, inflammatory prostaglandins, fungal toxins and carcinogens like acetaldehyde.
Inflammation and waste processing deplete glutathione. Supporting glutathione metabolism is a functional supplementation strategy with wide-ranging therapeutic and ergogenic potential.
Glutathione plays a role in improving aerobic metabolism through its role in suppressing the accumulation of lactic acid in the active muscles. Increasing glutathione through supplementation has been shown to lead to lower lactate levels and less muscle fatigue.
Shield contains a blend of glutathione precursors and co-factors to support the production of glutathione and to limit its depletion. As a second method of action Shield contains compounds that help protect the liver when processing higher levels of metabolic waste.
Mechanism of Action
Suitable for controlling inflammation, replenishing the body's antioxidant capacity and supporting the processing of metabolic waste and external harmful substances.
About the Ingredients
Milk Thistle Extract
Milk thistle extract is an herbal extract derived from the milk thistle plant, also known as Silybum marianum. Milk Thistle is originally a native of Southern Europe through to Asia. It is now found throughout the world.
The extract consists of 80% silymarin and 20% fatty acids, including linoleic acid. Silymarin is a complex mixture of polyphenolic molecules, including seven closely related flavonolignans.
Nopal cactus extract
Nopal cactus, Opuntia ficus-indica, is a species of cactus, likely having originated in Mexico. It has long been a crop plant grown throughout arid and semiarid parts of the world.
Nopal is high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It contains the flavonoids kaempferol and quercetin.
Quercetin
Quercetin is a well researched flavonoid. It is found in many plants and foods, such as red wine, onions, green tea, apples, berries and Ginkgo biloba.
Like some other flavonoids, quercetin has a wide array of health benefits. It is synergistic with other flavonoids, enhancing their properties.
N-Acetylcysteine
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is an acetylated, high-bioavailability form of amino acid L-cysteine, a building block of glutathione.
Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid, a chemical that is a required building block of protein. The best food sources of taurine are meat and fish.
Taurine is involved in the maintenance of most organ systems in the body.
Piperine
Piperine is the alkaloid responsible for the pungency of black pepper, Piper Nigrum. Piperine can inhibit key liver enzymes that would otherwise break down other molecules faster. Due to this, it is ingested alongside supplements to increase their absorption rates.
The purpose of piperine in Shield is to increase the absorption and bioavailability of other bioactive compounds and therefore make Shield more effective. Piperine in Shield is extracted from black pepper and has 95% purity.
Alpha lipoic Acid
Alpha lipoic acid is a mitochondrial compound involved in energy metabolism.
It is synthesized in the body and can be consumed through eating meat. It is also present in some fruits and vegetables in trace amounts.
Choline bitartrate
Choline bitartrate is a cholinergic compound, ie. a substance which contains choline, and which raises choline availability when consumed. Choline is found in high amounts in eggs.
Choline is an essential nutrient for the liver. Though the liver can make small amounts, the majority must be obtained from diet.
Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential dietary mineral and the second most prevalent electrolyte in the human body. Prominent sources of magnesium include nuts and leafy vegetables.
Magnesium deficiencies are common in the western diet. Magnesium is required for the synthesis of glutathione in the body.
Zinc
Zinc is an essential mineral involved in antioxidant enzymes, brain and liver function and the immune system, among many other biological roles.
Meat, egg, and legume products are common sources of zinc.
Duration of Effect
8–10 hours.
Usage
Preventive: take 3 capsules preventively before expected toxin exposure in the next 8–10 hours, preferably on an empty stomach.
Continuous support: take 1–3 capsules daily with off days from time to time, e.g. 5 days of use followed by 2 days off.
Ingredients / contents per serving (3 capsules):
Nopal cactus extract 400 mg
Vitamin C 320 mg
N-acetyl cysteine 300 mg
Milk thistle extract 165 mg
Taurine 150 mg
Choline bitartrate 150 mg
Quercetin 150 mg
Magnesium citrate 150 mg
ALA (alpha-lipoic acid) 100 mg
Zinc (sulphate monohydrate) 100 mg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine monohydrate) 41 mg
Vitamin E 32 mg
Vitamin B2 15 mg
Vitamin B6 (p-5-p) 13.5 mg
Piperine 10 mg
Vitamin B9 0.6 mg
Selenium 0.06 mg
Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 0.05 mg
Glutathione plays a key role in maintaining the body’s balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory compounds when our metabolic system alters in response to a change in the level of a particular reactive oxygen species.
Glutathione can bind to a range of toxic molecules to form harmless complexes that are then excreted rapidly from the body. This process applies to both molecules originating from outside of the body as well as endogenous ones: hormonal waste, lactic acid buildup in the active muscles, inflammatory prostaglandins, fungal toxins and carcinogens like acetaldehyde.
Inflammation and waste processing deplete glutathione. Supporting glutathione metabolism is a functional supplementation strategy with wide-ranging therapeutic and ergogenic potential.
Glutathione plays a role in improving aerobic metabolism through its role in suppressing the accumulation of lactic acid in the active muscles. Increasing glutathione through supplementation has been shown to lead to lower lactate levels and less muscle fatigue.
Shield contains a blend of glutathione precursors and co-factors to support the production of glutathione and to limit its depletion. As a second method of action Shield contains compounds that help protect the liver when processing higher levels of metabolic waste.
Mechanism of Action
Suitable for controlling inflammation, replenishing the body's antioxidant capacity and supporting the processing of metabolic waste and external harmful substances.
About the Ingredients
Milk Thistle Extract
Milk thistle extract is an herbal extract derived from the milk thistle plant, also known as Silybum marianum. Milk Thistle is originally a native of Southern Europe through to Asia. It is now found throughout the world.
The extract consists of 80% silymarin and 20% fatty acids, including linoleic acid. Silymarin is a complex mixture of polyphenolic molecules, including seven closely related flavonolignans.
Nopal cactus extract
Nopal cactus, Opuntia ficus-indica, is a species of cactus, likely having originated in Mexico. It has long been a crop plant grown throughout arid and semiarid parts of the world.
Nopal is high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It contains the flavonoids kaempferol and quercetin.
Quercetin
Quercetin is a well researched flavonoid. It is found in many plants and foods, such as red wine, onions, green tea, apples, berries and Ginkgo biloba.
Like some other flavonoids, quercetin has a wide array of health benefits. It is synergistic with other flavonoids, enhancing their properties.
N-Acetylcysteine
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is an acetylated, high-bioavailability form of amino acid L-cysteine, a building block of glutathione.
Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid, a chemical that is a required building block of protein. The best food sources of taurine are meat and fish.
Taurine is involved in the maintenance of most organ systems in the body.
Piperine
Piperine is the alkaloid responsible for the pungency of black pepper, Piper Nigrum. Piperine can inhibit key liver enzymes that would otherwise break down other molecules faster. Due to this, it is ingested alongside supplements to increase their absorption rates.
The purpose of piperine in Shield is to increase the absorption and bioavailability of other bioactive compounds and therefore make Shield more effective. Piperine in Shield is extracted from black pepper and has 95% purity.
Alpha lipoic Acid
Alpha lipoic acid is a mitochondrial compound involved in energy metabolism.
It is synthesized in the body and can be consumed through eating meat. It is also present in some fruits and vegetables in trace amounts.
Choline bitartrate
Choline bitartrate is a cholinergic compound, ie. a substance which contains choline, and which raises choline availability when consumed. Choline is found in high amounts in eggs.
Choline is an essential nutrient for the liver. Though the liver can make small amounts, the majority must be obtained from diet.
Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential dietary mineral and the second most prevalent electrolyte in the human body. Prominent sources of magnesium include nuts and leafy vegetables.
Magnesium deficiencies are common in the western diet. Magnesium is required for the synthesis of glutathione in the body.
Zinc
Zinc is an essential mineral involved in antioxidant enzymes, brain and liver function and the immune system, among many other biological roles.
Meat, egg, and legume products are common sources of zinc.
Duration of Effect
8–10 hours.
Usage
Preventive: take 3 capsules preventively before expected toxin exposure in the next 8–10 hours, preferably on an empty stomach.
Continuous support: take 1–3 capsules daily with off days from time to time, e.g. 5 days of use followed by 2 days off.
Ingredients / contents per serving (3 capsules):
Nopal cactus extract 400 mg
Vitamin C 320 mg
N-acetyl cysteine 300 mg
Milk thistle extract 165 mg
Taurine 150 mg
Choline bitartrate 150 mg
Quercetin 150 mg
Magnesium citrate 150 mg
ALA (alpha-lipoic acid) 100 mg
Zinc (sulphate monohydrate) 100 mg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine monohydrate) 41 mg
Vitamin E 32 mg
Vitamin B2 15 mg
Vitamin B6 (p-5-p) 13.5 mg
Piperine 10 mg
Vitamin B9 0.6 mg
Selenium 0.06 mg
Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 0.05 mg
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