Toxicity of Glutathione Binding Metals: A Review of Targets and Mechanisms Katie Wiekamp Your body uses one specific molecule to bind to toxins (like mercury, lead, cadmium) and safely remove them Glutathione. It literally Instagram Microalgae in removing heavy metals from wastewater An advanced green technology for urban wastewater treatment ScienceDirect Glutathione is such a critical soldier in our line of defense that our bodies make it themselves. We even have mechanisms that recycle and reuse it. But what happens when our toxic How does glutathione remove heavy metals? Binds directly to metal ions (chelation) Makes them water soluble for excretion Protects cells from the oxidative damage metals cause Supports liver