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The Deanna Protocol is an all-natural metabolic program developed by Dr. Vincent Tedone which is continuing to improve the quality of life for people with ALS.

It was just a few years ago that the Ice Bucket Challenge caught everyone’s eye and raised awareness for ALS, or Lou Gehrig ’s disease. At the time the Deanna Protocol® was relatively new but it was already helping many ALS patient’s lives. According to a study by Winning the Fight, which researches “The Deanna Protocol,” a metabolic therapy with Deanna Protocol supplementation delays disease progression and extends survival in an amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) mouse model.[1] The benefits of the Deanna Protocol to patients with ALS (PALS) is evident in the anecdotal feedback in recent years.

The Deanna Protocol® Metabolic Plan (also known as the DP™Plan) is a natural, drug-free, and inexpensive metabolic program developed for ALS. Scientific studies have proven that the DP™ Plan significantly slows the progression of ALS and extends life span. The DP™Plan is not an ALS treatment drug like Rilutek/Riluzole. It is a list of substances (AAKG, AKG, GABA, CoQ10, Niacin, and 5HTP) that are already found in the body. However, the amounts found in the body are not nearly enough for those who have ALS, so the DP™Plan provides the body and nerve cells with more of these substances to compensate for what they lack. It is determined that the substances in the DP™ Plan provide energy to cells that are dying and in doing so keeps them alive. This is very important because when nerve cells die, they release glutamate which kills the contiguous cells.[2]

In 2014 CBN News wrote that ‘Deanna Protocol’ Makes a Splash in ALS Research’. The study found “mice on The Deanna Protocol had improved neurological scores, increased motor function and most importantly, survived longer than the mice who weren’t on it.”[3] Since this initial article, the Deanna Protocol has evolved in several major ways, in conjunction with assistance from Simplesa’s commitment to the ALS Community. Simplesa® was founded in 2013 because it saw a need and had a solution. ALS patients were having success following the Deanna Protocol, but it was too complex and expensive the way it was distributed. Simplesa® formulated products specifically for these ALS patients to simplify their regimen and lower the cost of the metabolic protocol.

Now all of the products needed to follow the protocol are offered in easy to follow combinations. Due to the improved ease of following the Deanna Protocol with the Simplesa products, the number of people following the protocol has increased. As the number of PALS following the Deanna Protocol has increased, Simplesa has also been able to reduce the cost of the protocol. Additionally, to add further savings and flexibility to PALS, Simplesa® and Winning the Fight® teamed up to break the Deanna Protocol down into three bundled and more personalized options: Deanna Protocol Core, Plus, and Comprehensive Bundles.

The Deanna Protocol Core Bundle focuses on six essential nutrients of the Deanna Protocol. These nutrients primary support providing energy production to the body through the mitochondria of the cells. The Plus Bundle builds on the Core Bundle by adding in Liposomal Glutathione, which helps the body push out toxins. It is considered the best antioxidant for the nervous system. The Comprehensive Bundle builds on the Plus Bundle by adding in the AM & PM Blends. These blends come in two powders, one for the morning and one for the evening, and they contain an additional 20 amino acids that support muscle and nerve health. These combinations are based on the research publication by the NIH on nutrients that should be consumed by people who have ALS.

The affirmative feedback and reports from PALS to Simplesa® on the Deanna Protocol® have been very positive in the years since its inception. PALS have continued to report improvement in quality of life:

“This product has worked wonders helping to reduce my pain, improve energy, lessen the severity muscle spasms, as well as improve balance and vertigo. I notice a day and night difference within taking my morning dose. I recommend taking the AKG throughout the day, not in lump 3 times a day to improve energy life.”

“My husband has been on the Deanna Protocol Products for two months now. He feels he has more energy and strength. We Would recommend these products!”

For more personal accounts on how the Deanna Protocol is helping PALS please click here.

The Deanna Protocol is not a cure for ALS, but it is a natural metabolic protocol that can help PALS improve their quality of life. To find out more about the Deanna Protocol® please contact Simplesa’s support team for information to see how it can help you or someone you know impacted by ALS.

References

*http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/313919.php

[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25061944
[2] https://www.winningthefight.org/deanna-protocolreg-metabolic-plan-for-als.html
[3] http://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2014/August/Deanna-Protocol-Gains-Ground-in-ALS-Research

Guest Post by Sarah Martin

My name is Sarah Martin. I am a junior neuroscience major at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. When I was 14 years old and a sophomore at the Illinois Mathematics
and Science Academy, my principal and close friend, Dr. Eric McLaren, was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that
affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Since his diagnosis, I have been
passionate about fighting ALS. I conduct research at universities in the Midwest, attend support groups in the Chicagoland area to meet pALS and their families, blog about my journey to a cure for the disease, speak at schools about ALS and so much more! Dr.
McLaren passed away from ALS in June of 2014, but I have made it my life’s mission to
put an end to this disease. My future plans include earning a doctorate degree,
becoming an ALS researcher, and helping develop an effective treatment for ALS.
The most important part of my ALS work is the people with ALS (pALS). During my time
at ALS support groups, I have learned that because the disease is characterized by
muscle weakness and atrophy, there are a handful of challenges pALS may face in
regards to eating. Difficulties with upper body coordination may make it difficult to
prepare meals. Weakness of tongue and facial muscles may not only make it tough to
safely chew and swallow food, but can also prolong mealtimes. In addition, aspiration of
solids or liquids into the lungs can result in aspiration pneumonia. pALS may experience
a loss of appetite and fatigue which can make eating a difficult task. As ALS progresses
in a person, the amount of calories consumed typically decreases.
Proper nutrition is vital. The human body requires various nutrients to function. Due to
decreased food intake in ALS, it can be difficult to maintain nutritional needs, but there
are nutritionists, dietitians and other experts working to improve the nutritional status of
pALS. In order to maintain the nutritional needs of pALS, tips for safer chewing and
swallowing techniques can be utilized, such as taking smaller bites, eating slowly and
sitting in an upright position while eating. Healthcare professionals can also assist in
making decisions regarding alternate feeding options, such as a feeding tube.
Maintaining the nutritional needs of pALS is important as it can help slow down the
muscle breakdown process and prevent a decrease in weight loss (nutrition-related). It
can also help keep the immune system strong and improve the quality of life for those
with ALS!

For More Information about Sarah Martin contact:

Sarah’s Mission
A woman on a mission to end ALS/MND/Lou Gehrig’s disease
Follow my journey at www.sarahmartinals.com
missionsarahs@gmail.com

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