Incorporating glutamine into your program can help to heal the intestinal tract and treat a malabsorption syndrome. The Foundation's latest, most advanced form of this essential nutrient is methylcobalamin, which research has shown may function better than conventional forms of vitamin B12 and is readily available by calling the Foundation. Three 500-mcg sublingual vitamin B12 tablets taken daily are recommended. If a blood test reveals a continuing vitamin B12 deficiency, weekly vitamin B12 injections may be indicated. It has also been used in trials for treating obesity.
Naltrexone works by temporarily blocking the opiate receptors, part of the endorphin system.
Endorphins are hormonal neurotransmitters and are immune modulators, which function as a major link in the communication between the brain and the immune system. Naltrexone increases the natural brain endorphin metenkephalin, which in turn enhances NK cell function and stimulates cytotoxic lymphocytes. Dr. Bernard Bihari in New York City uses naltrexone in his practice for HIV treatment. He has also used naltrexone to treat lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, and hepatitis C, leading to remission of these illnesses. In higher dosages, such as the dosages used in the treatment of alcoholism and the obesity trials, there were side effects.