LivOn LaboratoriesLypo-Spheric Glutathione - 30 Packets – 450 mg Glutathione Per Packet – Liposome Encapsulated for Maximum Bioavailability – Professionally Formulated – 100% Non-GMO

As I've written about in some of my other reviews, I've been recovering (for the past 14 months) from adrenal fatigue and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) that resulted from a systemic Candida infection and leaky gut. Accordingly, I've spent these last 14 months researching adrenal fatigue/CFS/systemic Candida pretty aggressively. Ultimately, signs, such as hives erupting all over my body, started manifesting that made me realize I was in desperate need of detox. The toxins produced by Candida, namely ethanol (which the body converts into acetaldehyde) have detrimental effects on several systems of the body, including endocrine, nervous, and immune systems.So, I dutifully began a detox regime about two months ago. I experienced all the symptoms one would expect: the increased muscle aches, headaches, flu-like symptoms. But I was seeing very little in the way of improvement. And suffering quite a bit along the way. I read about glutathione and that it is a necessary antioxidant for cells, especially those of the liver, to detox the body. Any kind of stress, including illness or chronic infection, can significantly deplete the body's stores of glutathione; obviously, this would result in less energy and a decreased ability to remove toxic substances from the body. I immediately started taking NOW Foods Nac-Acetyl Cysteine 600mg, 250 Vcaps, because NAC is a precursor for glutathione in the body. However, I did not experience positive results until I was taking huge amounts of this stuff - roughly 9-10 capsules per day! I knew there had to be a better way.I found this product mentioned on some website I was reading about glutathione. I have a background in biology and biochemistry, so the idea of liposomal absorption made sense to me. In addition, the phospholipids that enclose the glutathione are all ones that our cells need anyway (and that I already supplement daily); so this product does double-duty for me.The product arrived quickly, and I immediately took a packet by dumping it in my mouth and chasing it with some cold water. Glutathione is a tripeptide rich in sulfur (which partly accounts for its terrific detoxification abilities), and, boy, can you ever smell/taste the "rotten egg" aroma. That being said, I've since started pouring the contents into a small glass of water, stirring it briefly, holding my nose, and chugging it. No fuss, no muss, and no sulfur-y smell or taste to deal with. I noticed a small improvement in how "toxic" I felt after that first dose, which I suppose makes sense considering how overridden with toxins my body is. Initially, I was taking two packets a day but started taking three, and that helps me even more. I feel almost normal. For someone suffering from a chronic illness, this is significant improvement. If this stuff was not so expensive, I'd take four a day. Because every cell needs glutathione and because I am so abjectly depleted, I in no way worry about taking too much. I take it about 30 minutes before each meal.If you have any type of chronic disease or illness, I encourage you to try this product. Sure, it's expensive, but it's so worth it! Read up on glutathione depletion and oxidative stress. I'm noticing that these are often at the root of many types of chronic disease. So anything you can do to help your body will surely aid your recovery that much more quickly. Recovery for CFS is measured in years, not months, but it IS possible, provided you supply your body with the tools it needs to repair itself.I'm so impressed with this product, I intend to try the company's vitamin C product next.UPDATE 11/9/11: Despite the expense of this product, I have been taking 4 a day. A few days ago, I decided to only take one, as I want to save money anywhere I can. Well, obviously this product is one that I cannot cut down on. I felt awful that day - brain fog, very toxic, dizziness. This stuff really makes a huge difference in detox. I've been taking an infrared sauna every day to also aid in detox. This product allows me to sit in the sauna for a longer period of time than I used to (30 mins vs. 15 mins) at a higher temperature. And I don't get sick afterwards as I used to do. This stuff is FANTASTIC! And I've gotten used to the taste. I have no trouble drinking this product in a glass of water. It's no big deal.UPDATE 5/10/12: Due to the fact that I can no longer buy this product at a discounted/bulk price of ~$50 per box (see Martin's review from 5/6/12), I'm going to make my own liposomal glutathione. (I already make my own liposomal Vitamin C, which yields great results.) So, if you're considering this product for its numerous health benefits but are cringing at the price tag, google "homemade liposomal glutathione." You'll find plenty of directions on how to make this stuff. It's really easy to do, and you'll save a bundle.

Excellent product. Not a great taste, but the product is amazing.

Glutathione has been great on my mold detox and healing journey. Just a tip to get past the taste - take a sip of a beverage, preferably orange juice or something with a strong flavor, don’t swallow yet, then pour the contents of the packet in your mouth along with that beverage and then swallow all together. You may get a hint of an aftertaste, but it’s very tolerable taking it this way. Good health to you.

I started taking this product 12 days ago. So far I have had 8 servings, so I have been taking it pretty much every other day, in the morning, on an empty stomach, usually with an ounce of orange juice. To be honest, I kind of dread it, because it looks and smells like rotten egg yoke. In fact, if I didn't know what it was, I would swear that's what it is. That said, it is really not a big deal. Gulp it down. It's worth it and it's over in a flash.I have been suffering from severe fluoroquinolone toxicity since I took Cipro a little over 4 months ago. As a result, I am taking a lot of supplements. I eat a whole foods, plant based diet (vegan). I have been logging my symptoms, as well as everything I eat and do because I want to give my body a fighting chance at recovery. As a result, I have been steadily improving over the past month.Around the time I started taking this product, I had a noticeable increase in energy, optimism and productivity. I can't say I am 100% better, but this past week or two, I have experienced less pain and fatigue. I have had a lot more energy overall.I went from what felt like severe MS/arthritis/tendonitis like symptoms, struggling just to stand up, completely unable to exercise, and totally suffering, to now doing 1 hour of yoga 4 times a week. I can ride my bike now and rebound on my mini trampoline. I started paining the house, and I am embarking on some big projects that I would have thought impossible just a couple of months ago. I still have muscle atrophy from all that time I spent in pain, but I'm beginning to rebuild now. I still have some symptoms, but overall, I am completely healthy and doing much better.I don't know how much of a role this product has played in my recovery, but I started feeling more energetic when I started taking it and I haven't noticed any side effects. I am just going to keep doing it until my body tells me otherwise.BTW, it does smell, but my husband said it does not affect my breath or body odor. You will smell it when it comes out in your poop though. The good news is, it passes all at once.

I was very excited to try these vitamins because I read online liposomal vitamins take effects faster and are better for your overall health. Anyways fast forward I open the packet today and I’m ready to put it in my water and I smell something between a baby diaper and vomit coming out of the pouch. It is beyond disgusting, like I start gagging. But I think to myself it CANT POSSIBLY TASTE AS BAD AS IT SMELLS ??? No way it has 5 stars on Amazon and the review says no smell and no taste. So I go ahead and taste the water mixed with this smelly yellow substance . I was wrong it tastes way worse than it smells, I’m sorry but I do not know how anyone can possibly drink these vitamins. I can’t even even try them Becuase they are so utterly repulsive and disgusting that I can’t even get myself to drink it. For the people who can manage to take these vitamins seems like it works but I unfortunately can not attest to the effectiveness of these liposome supplements Because I can not even get them down. The products should be honest and mention the putrid smell and taste and not falsely advertise “no taste” “no smell”. I am still trying to get the taste out of my mouth from just a small sip I am sick to my stomach. Sorry I wanted to like it but I feel like people need to know that this is just not drinkable, or maybe I got a bad batch? Who knows. But I deff will not be trying this again.