What the English source shows.
- Evidence group
- Non-blinded human studies
- Journal
- JOURNAL OF MEDICINCE, 2000, 31(5-6):283-302
- English PDF
- Page 45
Abstract focus
In an open study, the clinical efficacy of whey protein (Immunocal: cysteine content; 7.6-fold that of casein) isolated from fresh milk and purified without being heated was evaluated based on liver function test, immunological parameters, plasma or lymphocyte GSH concentrations and hepatitis virus markers in 25 patients with chronic hepatitis B or C. Immunocal (12 g as protein) food (mousse) was given twice a day,…
Context from Dr. Gutman’s comments
Very early in its development, a number of different drug companies considered acquiring Immunocal. One of these was the Japanese giant Otsuka Pharmaceuticals.
How to use this study responsibly
- Read it according to its evidence group, not as a universal product promise.
- Use the English PDF to verify the abstract and commentary directly.
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