References Reviewed Brass EP, Hiatt WR
Type I collagen is synthesized and secreted by dermal fibroblasts and represents 8090% of skin collagen
Specifically, fatty acids (such as SCFAs, BCFAs, and conjugated polyunsaturated fatty acids), lactic acid, vitamins (including vitamins B and menaquinones), tryptophan derivatives (such as indole derivatives and 3-hydroxyanthranilic acid (3-HAA)), neurotransmitters (GABA, dopamine, and norepinephrine), deconjugated bile acids, polysaccharides (bacterial and fungal EPSs, such as dextran and -glucans), fungal-derived secondary metabolites (tyrosol and farnesol) and polyphenol-derived secondary metabolites (equol and urolithins) were described
While these benefits are promising, it is essential to approach supplementation with caution and to prioritize a balanced diet rich in natural sources of glutathione, such as fruits and vegetables, alongside any supplementation
Malonyl-CoA, on the other hand, was potently suppressed by fatty acid supplementation (Supplemental Figure 4D)
without it, blood sugar, mood, and recovery drift no matter how clean you eat
