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Have you tried the new Protocol 525 product for neuropathy relief?

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Apr 21, 2020

I have used the original version of the Protocol 525 product (https://theprotocolworks.com/) since 2016. I have idiopathic small fiber peripheral neuropathy with the only symptom being numbness in both legs. When I started taking the protocol, the numbness was just below my knees. After 2 months, the numbness seems to be just above the ankles which is subjective on my part with no additional testing. I do feel it is a win-win for me as my neuropathy has not progressed like I was told it would by the neurologist. I have continued taking the protocol in hopes that it may continue to roll back the numbness symptoms. I have noticed some new feeling in my feet in the last 2 months. Some feeling has returned to me feet and they seem to feel better lately although I still have the numbness – hard to describe the difference.

The Protocol 525 is not a cure for neuropathy. It treats the pain and discomfort symptoms of neuropathy without the drugs which have their own side effects. Have you tried the Protocol 525 or the original protocol? Did it help? If yes, how? If no, please share.

Note: I have no commercial investment in the protocol and I am sharing this information as someone who has found some degree of relief using this combination of supplements. I also discussed these supplements with my Mayo primary care team before I started taking them. The care team sent them to the pharmacist for review who did not have any major concerns for me taking them.

*** Edited Oct 3, 2023 ***
For more information and a list of the ingredients, please see the frequently asked questions on the Protocol's website here - https://theprotocolworks.com/faq/.

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ronlud | @ronlud | Jun 4, 2022
In reply to @johnbishop "I really have no expertise but everything I've read says the S-ALA which is a byproduct..." + (show)
@johnbishop

I really have no expertise but everything I've read says the S-ALA which is a byproduct in making the R-ALA supplement is inactive and really doesn't do anything to help. I think it's just cheaper to leave it in instead of refine the product more to take out the S-ALA for a 100% R-ALA product. This article has an easier to read and understand explanation...

(R)-Lipoic Acid: Unique ‘Mitochondrial Antioxidant’ Fights Premature Aging: https://nutritionreview.org/2019/07/r-lipoic-acid-unique-mitochondrial-antioxidant-fights-premature-aging/

I wouldn't purchase the version with S-ALA even if it's cheaper, but that's just my opinion.

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Thanks John, that's excellent! Thank you For your help.

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ohiodoug | @ohiodoug | Jun 6, 2022

THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive THC test.

I'm retired military and currently a defense contractor subject to random drug testing. I was concerned with the Protocol causing a positive THC test and the negative impact to my job.

I've been on the Protocol for 75 days now so I decided to pay for my own drug THC test at a local lab -- both were negative.

The DoD uses 50 ng/ml as the initial screening cut off and 15 ng/ml as the confirmatory. I paid to have both tests and my results were negative for both.

So for me, no worries about my employer's random drug testing.

Doug

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jun 6, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive THC test.

I'm retired military and currently a defense contractor subject to random drug testing. I was concerned with the Protocol causing a positive THC test and the negative impact to my job.

I've been on the Protocol for 75 days now so I decided to pay for my own drug THC test at a local lab -- both were negative.

The DoD uses 50 ng/ml as the initial screening cut off and 15 ng/ml as the confirmatory. I paid to have both tests and my results were negative for both.

So for me, no worries about my employer's random drug testing.

Doug

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That’s great news!

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Angie P. | @ancopau1998 | Jun 7, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive THC test.

I'm retired military and currently a defense contractor subject to random drug testing. I was concerned with the Protocol causing a positive THC test and the negative impact to my job.

I've been on the Protocol for 75 days now so I decided to pay for my own drug THC test at a local lab -- both were negative.

The DoD uses 50 ng/ml as the initial screening cut off and 15 ng/ml as the confirmatory. I paid to have both tests and my results were negative for both.

So for me, no worries about my employer's random drug testing.

Doug

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Hi, what is protocol? I have chronic back pain and always trying to find something that works for me. You say it did show positive in the beginning of your post, then you say it was negative on a drug test. I go to pain management and do have drug test every so often. Thank you.

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Angie P. | @ancopau1998 | Jun 7, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive THC test.

I'm retired military and currently a defense contractor subject to random drug testing. I was concerned with the Protocol causing a positive THC test and the negative impact to my job.

I've been on the Protocol for 75 days now so I decided to pay for my own drug THC test at a local lab -- both were negative.

The DoD uses 50 ng/ml as the initial screening cut off and 15 ng/ml as the confirmatory. I paid to have both tests and my results were negative for both.

So for me, no worries about my employer's random drug testing.

Doug

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Hi it's me again, lol I did find out that protocol is for neuropathy, yes have that in my feet but only the numbness. But if you could explain I would appreciate it very much. I have Multiple Myeloma and suffer the back pain and numbness in my feet. Thanks again!!

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ohiodoug | @ohiodoug | Jun 7, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did generate a positive THC test.

I'm retired military and currently a defense contractor subject to random drug testing. I was concerned with the Protocol causing a positive THC test and the negative impact to my job.

I've been on the Protocol for 75 days now so I decided to pay for my own drug THC test at a local lab -- both were negative.

The DoD uses 50 ng/ml as the initial screening cut off and 15 ng/ml as the confirmatory. I paid to have both tests and my results were negative for both.

So for me, no worries about my employer's random drug testing.

Doug

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Ugghh! I typo'd the most important part! Thanks to ancopau1998 for catching it.

CORRECTED: THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did **NOT** generate a positive THC test.

Sorry for the confusion
Doug

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ohiodoug | @ohiodoug | Jun 7, 2022
In reply to @ancopau1998 "Hi it's me again, lol I did find out that protocol is for neuropathy, yes have..." + (show)
@ancopau1998

Hi it's me again, lol I did find out that protocol is for neuropathy, yes have that in my feet but only the numbness. But if you could explain I would appreciate it very much. I have Multiple Myeloma and suffer the back pain and numbness in my feet. Thanks again!!

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Hi Angie

I too have neuropathy in my feet. The Protocol is an OTC vitamin/mineral plan to improve nerve function. See https://theprotocol525.com and their linked Facebook pages for detailed info plus you can read John Bishop's and others comments on this forum.

I looked through the all the information, read the posts and decided it was worth trying. So far, I've seen a reduction in my symptoms and improvement in my daily life. Hopefully it'll work for you.

Wishing you good luck and good health!
Doug

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Angie P. | @ancopau1998 | Jun 8, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "Hi Angie I too have neuropathy in my feet. The Protocol is an OTC vitamin/mineral plan..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

Hi Angie

I too have neuropathy in my feet. The Protocol is an OTC vitamin/mineral plan to improve nerve function. See https://theprotocol525.com and their linked Facebook pages for detailed info plus you can read John Bishop's and others comments on this forum.

I looked through the all the information, read the posts and decided it was worth trying. So far, I've seen a reduction in my symptoms and improvement in my daily life. Hopefully it'll work for you.

Wishing you good luck and good health!
Doug

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Hi Doug, thank you I will surely give it a try!! Thanks for responding!!

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Angie P. | @ancopau1998 | Jun 8, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "Ugghh! I typo'd the most important part! Thanks to ancopau1998 for catching it. CORRECTED: THC Drug..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

Ugghh! I typo'd the most important part! Thanks to ancopau1998 for catching it.

CORRECTED: THC Drug Testing Follow up: Good news! The Protocol's Hemp Seed Oil did **NOT** generate a positive THC test.

Sorry for the confusion
Doug

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That's ok Doug I do it all the time!!

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retired123 | @retired123 | Jun 9, 2022
In reply to @ohiodoug "Hi Angie I too have neuropathy in my feet. The Protocol is an OTC vitamin/mineral plan..." + (show)
@ohiodoug

Hi Angie

I too have neuropathy in my feet. The Protocol is an OTC vitamin/mineral plan to improve nerve function. See https://theprotocol525.com and their linked Facebook pages for detailed info plus you can read John Bishop's and others comments on this forum.

I looked through the all the information, read the posts and decided it was worth trying. So far, I've seen a reduction in my symptoms and improvement in my daily life. Hopefully it'll work for you.

Wishing you good luck and good health!
Doug

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I have not tried Protocol525 but I do take EB-N6 with amazing results. Much less complicated. One in the morning and one at night.

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