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IP3 may induce calcium ion release, while DAG may activate protein kinase C (PKC), potentially amplifying the signaling cascade and possibly stimulating the release of growth hormone from pituitary cells
Thus, glutathione plays not only a role in protein regulation, but also in regulation of the cell cycle and programmed cell-death (apoptosis)
The FDA concern is not just lack of approval
It helps the body defend against infections and supports various physiological processes
Garlic-derived organosulfur compounds, including allicin, ajoene, DAS, DADS, DATS, and SAMC, have been found to induce apoptosis when added to various cancer cell lines grown in culture (reviewed in 4, 70)