Max GXL And Immunocal - What Are They, And How Do They Compare?
Max GXL and Immunocal - if you are on this page, you are probably aware that these are the two most publicized methods for raising glutathione.
They are both glutathione enhancers, which means they are effective in raising glutathione. When referring to the first product, sometimes it is called MaxGXL, and sometimes it is referred to as Max GXL. We will use these terms interchangeably.
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For a quick refresher on what glutathione is, please visit our
glutathione page.
For a discussion of all the ways for raising glutathione that includes the active ingredients in MaxGXL, which are N-acetyl-cysteine and other precursors, Immunocal, and others, please go to the
how to raise glutathione page.
Now we will compare MaxGXL with Immunocal.
Here is the picture from a MaxGXL Label:
MaxGXL is supplied in a plastic sealed pouch with two capsules inside that you can drink with liquid twice a day.
The caution on the MaxGXL label states that this product is for adult use only, and is not for use by young children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers.
The allergy warning for Max GXL states that "This product contains ingredients derived from shellfish and mushrooms." Since Cordyceps is a mushroom, and D-Glucosamine is derived from shellfish, if you have a mushroom or shellfish allergy, you may not be able to take this product.
So who should not take MaxGXL? Children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and those with a mushroom or shellfish allergy.
Here is a picture from an Immunocal label:
Immunocal is a powder that needs to be reconstituted with liquid before drinking, and comes in a sealed pouch that looks like this:
Who should not take Immunocal? The Physician's Desk Reference listing for Immunocal states that "IMMUNOCAL® is contraindicated in individuals who develop or have known hypersensitivity to specific milk proteins." It also states that "Patients undergoing immunosuppressive therapy should discuss the use of this product with their health professional."
So, if you have an allergy to albumin, lactoferrin, or lactalbumin, which is quite rare, or you are taking drugs to suppress your immune system, you do not want to take Immunocal as this will optimize or re-activate your suppressed immune system. If you are trying to adjust to an organ transplant, you don't want your immune system to reject that organ.
Max GXL and Immunocal - How Do They Compare?
Below you will find a comparison for MaxGXL and Immunocal, as determined by consulting product labeling and published information on both products.
1. BV = a measure of the proportion of absorbed protein from a food which becomes incorporated into the proteins of the organism's body. It summarizes how readily the broken down protein can be used in protein synthesis in the cells of the organism. Egg protein is considered the reference at BV = 100.
2. BCAA = Branched chain amino acids. These are critical for muscle repair and synthesis.
4. PDR = Physicians’ Desk Reference. This is the standard reference for all American Medical Doctors for prescription items.
5. Pharmacist’s Red Book. This is the standard for product information on prescription drugs, OTC (over-the-counter) items, and reimbursable medical supplies.
6. NHPD = Natural Health Product Directory
7. NPN = Natural Product Number certification
8. Amounts are below optimal recommendations
What About Claims?
No discussion would be complete without mentioning claims. Let's start with MaxGXL.
Max GXL mentions on it's website that "MaxGXL® can dramatically raise your glutathione levels, with increases up to 292%." Then you are asked to download a study that cannot be found anywhere other than on their own site.
So let's look at the claim. What would you think if a product claimed to raise your glutathione levels in healthy people by 292%? That sounds incredible, doesn't it?
Well, before you swallow that, stop and think about what that is actually saying. Due to the self limiting mechanism for glutathione production within the cell, and the glutathione levels of healthy adults, the math is missing from this equation.
Find out why this claim is impossible to back up here, and why you do not see this study published on PubMed, with Dr. Jimmy Gutman, MD, FACEP:
What about Immunocal? They claim Immunocal is "The only patented natural supplement that is scientifically and clinically proven to optimize your immune system." Can that claim be verified? Yes. This claim is backed up by 30 years of peer reviewed medical research, and published in accredited medical journals.
What does that mean? Find out here:
As suggested in the videos, please do your due diligence on research that has been conducted in human clinical trials and published on PubMed. You can view Immunocal Research here.
So, many want to know, which is better, MaxGXL or Immunocal? I encourage you to do your own independent research, and answer this question for yourself. Both products are proven effective in raising glutathione levels.
Beyond that, the information above supplies specific information for both Max GXL and Immunocal, and you should independently verify that the information above is indeed factual and correct in its presentation.
However you choose to raise your glutathione, I wish you and your family good health!
Dr. Jimmy Gutman is the world's most published author on the subject of glutathione. His current bestseller is entitled "Glutathione - Your Key To Health."
