Transgenic mice specifically overexpressing IGF-1 in mammary epithelium demonstrate upregulation of the Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF), a pro-angiogenic factor, in prepubertal glands and induction of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), an inflammatory molecule that is also associated with angiogenesis and is responsible for formation of prostaglandin (PG), [55]
Vitamin C works in synergy with glutathione to support normal collagen formation, while L-cysteine is an important nutrient involved in the bodys natural glutathione production
Dehydroascorbate reduction in plant mitochondria is coupled to the respiratory electron transfer chain
Regulatory oversight of supplement market is weak in many countries
Most DSIP research has been conducted in animals
Avoiding excessive alcohol, smoke, and secondhand smoke is a great place to start