Research suggests that the T allele is associated is marked reduction in the activity of the GPx1 enzyme, with some studies showing a 40% reduction in GPx1 activity
This is largely due to its selective action, meaning it primarily stimulates the release of growth hormone without significantly impacting other hormones like cortisol or prolactin
Chandler JC, Bevins SN, Ellis JW, Linder TJ, Tell RM, Jenkins-Moore M, et al
Effects of a lotion containing probiotic ferment lysate as the main functional ingredient on enhancing skin barrier: A randomized, self-control study
These findings shed light on seasonal susceptibility to infections and increased infection risk in the elderly, with thymalin representing a subject of research interest in the context of age-related immune changes and circadian rhythm alterations
Pigmentation Support: Some clinical observations have noted increased melanogenesis (hair darkening) or less gray hair in subjects using ZT