Your GSTM1 gene helps your body neutralize toxins like pesticides, alcohol, prescription drugs, ingested viruses and bacteria, and chemicals inside your gut.
BUT… up to 50% of people don’t produce this enzyme at all — called a “GSTM1 null” variant.
This means if your GSTM1 on your report is 0 copies you will need to be more mindful of eating clean foods and avoiding areas of ingesting toxins or tainted foods.
If you have the null variant (0 Copies), your Phase II detox pathways can get overloaded, and you may:
- Feel worse after certain supplements or cleanses
- Be more sensitive to pollution, heavy metals in foods, chemicals, viral and bacteria in food.
- Taking NAC & Glycine, or Glutathione (if you have 2 copies of your GSTT1 gene) can help to improve gut health and reduce inflammation.
🤔 Question: Have you ever felt worse during a detox or cleanse? Let’s explore if it’s linked to GSTM1.