If applied locally via injection, as was done in the study, there is also a risk of structural damage as the needle could break the fragile external walls that protect the discs
Benefits: L-cysteine from Japan that has been clinically proven to increase glutathione levels in the body
The peptide attracts immune cells to wound sites, stimulates blood vessel formation, promotes fibroblast proliferation, and accelerates collagen deposition
It increases the risk for multiple metabolic complications including type 2 diabetes (T2D), metabolic-dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD, previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease), cardiovascular disease as well as many mechanical complications such as osteoarthritis and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) [3]
Researchers should consider incorporating resistance training and adequate protein intake to support muscle preservation during treatment