Sulfur-rich foods (direct precursors): Garlic, onions, leeks Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts Glutathione-containing foods: Avocado, asparagus, spinach Watermelon, peaches, tomatoes Freshly cooked chicken, turkey, or fish Nutrients that support glutathione production: Vitamin C: citrus fruits, guava, amla Selenium: Brazil nuts, eggs, sunflower seeds Vitamin B6, B12, and folate: lentils, chickpeas, leafy greens Alpha-lipoic acid: red meat, broccoli, spinach While food alone may not be enough to maintain optimal levels, including these in your daily diet supports your bodys natural glutathione production
Treatments include cyrotherapy (freezing, topical chemotherapy and excision
Avoid or limit: Fried foods (french fries, fried chicken, donuts) Fatty cuts of red meat Processed meats (bacon, sausage, hot dogs) Heavy cream sauces and gravies Full-fat dairy products in large amounts Fast food burgers and pizza Pastries and baked goods high in butter or oil Spicy Foods Spicy foods can irritate your digestive system and worsen nausea, especially during the first few days after starting your medication or increasing your dose
Glutathione may not be beneficial to the body if combined with alcohol consumption
And that means starting your day with the right breakfast, even when you really don't feel like eating
Chatzitaki, A.-T