GSTP1 is a glutathione-related gene that supports detox — especially in the lungs, liver, and brain. It codes for the level of protection you have from inhaled toxins and chemicals as well as EMF sensitivity and higher risk of colds and flu. And if you do get sick you may experience it for prolonged periods of time and be slower recover.
🧬 With the risk variant GG presenting as sub-optimal or AG where this version is acts more like the sub-optimal version than AA the ideal version, your enzyme activity may be slower under stress, increasing:
- Brain fog
- Sensitivity to pollution or chemicals
- Struggles with post-exercise recovery or inflammation
💊 NAC, vitamin C, and antioxidant-rich foods can help replenish your natural detox filters.
💬 Do you feel more affected by environmental stress than others? What supports help you feel clearer? Share in the comments your experience with inhaled smells and chemicals, or what happens when you do get sick, do you heal quickly or does it take time?