Low HRV is associated with increased sympathetic (fight/flight) nervous system (SNS) activity, and/or decreased parasympathetic (rest/digest) nervous system (PNS) activity, and is associated with chronic inflammatory disease, cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, interstitial cystitis, chronic pain, and ME/CFS and FM
It enables the body to absorb adequate levels of calcium and phosphate, which keep bones healthy
Nor is it incorporated into proteins as are many alpha-amino acids
Glutathione conjugation is catalyzed by glutathione S-transferase (GST), a family of enzymes that facilitate the binding of glutathione to target molecules
Protein bars support weight loss by increasing satiety, preserving muscle mass during calorie restriction, and providing a convenient high-protein option