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So, researchers checked, and indeed, the same massive levels were found in aging hair follicles
doi:10.1002/mc.20741, PMID: 21319226 Yue P, Zhou Z, Khuri FR, Sun SY (2006) Depletion of intracellular glutathione contributes to JNK-mediated death receptor 5 upregulation and apoptosis induction by the novel synthetic triterpenoid methyl-2-cyano-3, 12-dioxooleana-1, 9-dien-28-oate (CDDO-Me)
In parallel, endosomal TLR9 recognizes mtDNA via CpG motifs, triggering MyD88-dependent NF-B activation and the production of proinflammatory cytokines such as IL-6 and TNF- ( Several viruses differentially modulate these responses: influenza virus enhances mtDNA release and TLR9 engagement, while herpes simplex virus type 1 inhibits TLR9 trafficking to evade detection
These were indicating a possible higher antioxidant property with higher concentrations of the extract
As an antioxidant, glutathione helps neutralize harmful free radicals that contribute to oxidative stress, a major factor in premature aging and tissue damage