Through exudation, neutrophils migrate from the bloodstream to the involved tissues and release degrading enzymes and ROS to play a cytotoxic role during infection (90)
From that beginning, other researchers began looking for other ways in which the ulcer-healing compound, now called Body Protection Compound 157 (a marketing bonanza for those who would later promote it as a supplement), could be applied to sports injuries, ranging from muscle and tendon tears to cartilage damage, or even stress fractures and fully broken bones
Its biggest claim to fame is helping activate telomerase , an enzyme that helps protect telomeres (the protective caps on your DNA that shorten with age).
The possible relation of glutathione, melanin and 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,5,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) to Parkinsons disease