August 7, 2025
EFR 890: Why Glutathione Is the Most Powerful Antioxidant Molecule for Longevity and Detoxification with Dr. Nayan Patel
Ever Forward Radio with Chase ChewningAbout this episode
This episode is brought to you by Timeline and Caldera Lab. Dr. Nayan Patel has spent over 25 years researching one molecule: glutathione. In this episode, he breaks down how this "master antioxidant" works in the body, why it's essential for longevity and detoxification, and how we can support our body's natural production through diet and supplementation. Whether you're looking to age better, recover faster, or simply optimize your health, this episode is a cellular-level game-changer. Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- In this episode we discuss... 00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Nayan Patel & Glutathione 01:00 – What Is Glutathione and Why Is It the Master Antioxidant? 05:50 – How Glutathione Recycles Itself Unlike Other Antioxidants 08:00 – Alcohol, Stress & Glutathione Depletion 10:20 – Reduced vs. Oxidized Glutathione Explained 12:15 – Vitamin C: Antioxidant or Pro-Oxidant? 15:30 – Glutathione's Role in Detoxification and Disease Prevention 20:30 – The Grocery Bag Analogy: Detox Simplified 24:00 – How Glutathione Slows Aging & Supports Protein Synthesis 27:00 – Mitochondria, ATP, and Cellular Energy Explained 34:30 – Glutathione Deficiency & Why You Might Not Know You Have It 38:00 – The Invisible Onset of Disease Through Oxidative Stress 43:00 – Disease Reversal vs. Damage Reversal 46:00 – Glutathione Delivery Methods: Why Most Don't Work 53:30 – Developing a Topical Glutathione That Actually Works 58:00 – How Much Glutathione Do You Really Need? 01:05:00 – Benefits of Supplementing Glutathione (Or Not) 01:10:00 – Exercise, Recovery & Why Timing Matters 01:14:00 – Nitric Oxide Synergy & Cardiovascular Impacts 01:18:00 – Longevity Through Simplicity 01:22:00 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Get your FREE 3-day sample pack of MitoPure gummies at https://wwwTimeline.com/everforwardsample Save 20% on your entire first purchase of men's skin care with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get Dr. Patel's book The Glutathione Revolution