Guest guest Posted September 21, 2003 Report Share Posted September 21, 2003 But what are the natural precursors of cysteine available in the food we eat? Ratan. - " Elaine " <mem121 " *§ @y " Saturday, June 21, 2003 8:58 AM Cysteine levels associated with breast cancer Cysteine levels associated with breast cancer LONDON By Health Newswire reporters Women with high blood levels of cysteine appear to have a reduced risk of developing breast cancer, according to US researchers. Glutathione, a powerful antioxidant and detoxifying agent, which is used to cleanse the body of harmful toxins, is derived from cysteine. N-acetylcysteine, a synthetic precursor of cysteine, is used as a mucolytic agent and as an antidote against paracetamol-induced liver damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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