Modern life is not exactly what our bodies were built to withstand. Exposure to urban pollutants, chemicals, and toxins in everything from cosmetics to heavily processed foods can leave us feeling sluggish and break down our natural defenses. Stress, drinking, smoking, and lack of sleep exacerbate the problem. Glutathione, known as the “master antioxidant” of the body, oversees removing toxins in the body, but our system can easily become overtaxed, diminishing our supply.