Well, I've learned alot the last few days! I was looking into both the IMMUNE and ENERGY formulas of the products being touted by K-PAX as possibly being the breakthrough needed for those suffering from CFS/ME. They aren't claiming it's a cure but what they do say is that it works at the mitochondrial level of our cells to increase our energy output. I
think it was the
Immune formula that was used in the 2014 Synergy trial plus added in was a small amount of Ritalin to act as a catalyst to drive the nutrients into the cells. The results of of the trial should be released early 2015.
K-PAX offers to the public (on-line) quite a few pharmaceutical strength supplements.What I was interested in is the
Immune formula having what seems to be double the dose of ingredients than the
Energy formula which is also very good but does contain Caffeine (instead of the Ritalin used in the trial). The makers are aware that some people react negatively to Caffeine and although they find it's very useful for 'boosting' the nutrients into the system quicker than otherwise, the Immune formula is available for those not wanting the caffeine.
If you're interested, it's best you call the reps yourself. They were very helpful and kind while answering my concerns, caffeine being one of them. They also talk you through the directions of how and when to take and as well I believe instructions are included in the kit. They were very supportive and invited me to call back with any questions or issues I may have while taking the products.
I've ordered the one month fatigue trial pack that includes both the Immune and Energy formulas ($99.00).
I'm very interested in the K-PAX b/c it has more than just the ALC which what this post was originally asking about. I've heard favorable reports from others who are trying it .... their levels of brain fog have decreased significantly and energy levels have increased. I am hoping that I'll be one of the lucky ones who benefit significantly although I'll take any improvement as a step in the right direction. I've had my hopes crushed before so I choose to be
cautiously optimistic..
They have a great website that shows all the ingredients used, the 3 biggies (immune modulators) being Acety-L Carnitine,(ALC), N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) and Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) which they say when used in the proper amounts, work synergistically together. The formula is also chalked full of vitamins and minerals.
Here the links to both of the formulas that I bought. That link will bring you into the website where you can do further research yourself.
http://www.kpaxpharm.com/vitaminsandsupplements/immunesystemboosters/immune-support-tablets-120
http://www.kpaxpharm.com/vitaminsandsupplements/immunesystemboosters/Energy
There is an informative You Tube video on the site that shows Jon Kaiser, Md, the Medical Director of K-PAX Pharmaceuticals going through a slide presentation called "Mitochondrial Medicine, Fatigue & ME/CFS."
If you only want to learn about Mitochondria, go straight to 4:50 of the video. Very informative!
I plan to start tomorrow, albeit at a reduced dosage because for me, better safe than sorry.
I'll keep you updated.