Update 5/11/20. ASEA, a cell signaling supplement, contains trillions of stable, perfectly balanced Redox Signaling Molecules suspended in a pristine saline solution. From the moment I first heard of this supplement, I was intrigued because “redox” is a word that takes me back to college chemistry class and, honestly I've never heard of it being used to promote supplements before. In this ASEA review, I'll look at the research and science on ASEA and help you figure out if it's right for you. I'll also address some of the things people say this supplement can do too. This is an unbiased review. I don't work for the company. I just want to help you understand this supplement better.
1 What Is Redox Signaling?
OK, so how does ASEA work? At the heart of this supplement (pronounced “ah see ah”) is something called Redox Signaling. Let's talk about what Redox signaling is.
The word Redox refers to two words – reduction and oxidation.
- “Red” is a reference to reduction
- “Ox” is a reference to oxidation
In the world of science, reduction and oxidation are used to refer to things that transfer electrons (negatively charged particles).
- Electrons carry a negative electrical charge.
- When a molecule or atom receives an electron, it's overall electrical charge is REDuced (it becomes more negatively charged).
- When a molecule or atom has electrons removed from it, it's said to be OXidized. (it becomes more positively charged)
So, Redox signaling is about using electrons to transfer signals (information) between molecules and atoms. This information can result in good stuff or bad stuff happening.
2 Redox Signaling In Plain English
Redox signaling is a way for atoms and molecules to talk to each other by transferring electrons. They communicate by using antioxidants and free radicals. Here's how it works:
- Free radicals remove electrons. This is also called Reduction
- Antioxidants donate electrons. This is also called Oxidation
By adding and removing electrons, information can be transmitted.
It's through reduction and oxidation we get the term ReDox reaction. During redox reactions, electrons are transferred from one thing to another. This transfer of electrons also transfers information. Basically, this helps atoms/molecules “talk” to each other.
Simply put, redox signaling occurs by the interaction between antioxidants and free radicals.
3 ASEA Ingredients
The product website has said the supplement is made of “trillions of stable, perfectly balanced Redox Signaling molecules suspended in a pristine saline solution.”
The saline solution is a reference to salt water. This is why some people online say that ASEA is just expensive salt water. I'll let others make that judgment as I'm primarily interested in the research on this stuff.
They say the redox signaling molecules are grouped into two types:
- Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
- Reduced Species (RS)
Let's translate these names:
- Reactive Oxygen Species are basically free radicals
- Reduced Species are basically antioxidants
4 ASEA Research
The ASEA company commissioned a genetic testing company called Taueret Laboratories to perform a study. It was called “Initial Gene Study Showed ASEA REDOX Affected Important Signaling Pathway Genes.” The science is complicated so let's just summarize it:
ASEA Genetics Study Summary
This investigation lasted 2 months and involved 60 people who were split into 3 groups:
- ASEA group (25 people). They drink ASEA
- Placebo group (25 people). They drink saltwater
- Control group: (10 people). They didn't drink ASEA or saltwater
From the summary of the investigation, we learn, most of the people were white women with an average age of35.
Study Results
Researchers noted that 5 genes, involved in cell signaling changed their expression by 20-31%.
This is very interesting but I noticed a couple of problems:
- Results showed 5 genes changed their expression but they didn't say how they changed. I assume it was in a good way.
- The study doesn't seem to be published in a medical journal.
Why isn't this investigation published in a medical journal?
Watch this ASEA video below:
At 55 seconds into this video, Dr. Jeffrey Mocny of the ASEA science counsel states “ASEA is dedicated to performing the highest quality science in the field.” To me, “highest quality science” means to publish your research in a medical journal.
ASEA Exercise Study
Prior to this, in 2012, researchers at Appalachian State University published the results of an exercise study. The title of the study was the Influence of a redox-signaling supplement on biomarkers of physiological stress in athletes: a metabolomics approach. Let's summarize this research and the results:
Study Summary
In this 1 week-long study, 20 people rode a stationary bike as fast as they could for 46 miles (75 km). They were given either 4 oz ASEA water or 4 oz of a placebo drink per day for a week before the cycling test and 16 oz of ASEA (or placebo) during the test.
Blood samples were taken before, immediately after exercise and 1 hour after exercise to see what happened.
Study Results:
- ASEA did not help people ride the bike any faster compared to the placebo.
- ASEA did not reduce exercise-induced inflammation compared to the placebo.
- ASEA did not reduce exercise-induced oxidative stress compared to the placebo.
- ASEA did not alter exercise-induced changes in immune function compared to placebo.
The study does note “ASEA supplementation caused a significant shift in 43 metabolites” before exercise occurred ―especially free fatty acids and vitamin C. While this is interesting, I'm not sure how this relates to improving exercise performance. Remember, the supplement didn’t seem to help people ride the bike any faster.
These researchers also note free fatty acids and vitamin C were made more available before exercise. That is interesting too, but what about during exercise? There is no mention on fatty acid availability during exercise. That’s too bad because if fatty acid availability were increased during exercise, it might mean ASEA could improve exercise endurance.
I hope this study is replicated to determine fatty acid use during exercise.
Study Problems:
While this investigation, is listed in a science journal, it appears as an abstract. Abstracts are summaries of the research that do not necessarily have to go through the peer-review process. The lack of peer review decreases the significance of abstracts in my view.
ASEA Mouse Study
In this investigation, mice have force-fed ASEA or a placebo for 7 days prior to running to exhaustion. Basically, the mice getting supplement ran about 29% longer than the mice getting the placebo. This is very interesting but it’s a mouse study.
5 Other ASEA Research
The Science page of the product website used to list additional evidence. While they no longer appear to be available, there used to be 9 downloadable pdf files. Below is a summary of each along with my opinions of them.
1. ASEA Safety Studies Summary
This paper is also titled: ASEA Ingestion, Safety, Summary from Human Studies North Carolina Research Campus Human Performance Laboratory.
This study looked at how the supplement was tolerated in 106 overweight people who drank 4 oz per day for 12 weeks compared to placebo.
Results. There were no side effects reported compared to the placebo group. ASEA had no effect on cholesterol levels, blood sugar levels or CRP levels, all of which were high in this group of overweight people. There was no mention if people lost weight.
Possible Problems
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study.
2. PNNL Safety Report
This paper is actually titled Data from an In vitro Study Relating to Product Safety (PNNL stands for Pacific North West National Laboratory)
This was basically a test tube study. ASEA did not result in any toxicity when cells were exposed to it. That's good.
Possible Problems
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study.
3. Reactive Molecules Verification
This paper is also titled “Verification Procedure for Reactive Molecules in ASEA.”
This is just a paper which talks about the quality control of ASEA. I'm happy they have quality control measures in place. That says a lot about the company.
4. ASEA Antioxidant Efficiency
This paper is also titled “Report For ASEA on Experimental Results-In Vitro Antioxidant Enhancement and Oxidative Stress Reduction.
This paper relates how cell cultures treated with ASEA showed improvements in the antioxidant enzymes, superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPX).
Possible Problems
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study
- This is a test tube study
- Effects in cell cultures do not necessarily mean the same thing occurs in humans
5. Athletics
This paper is also titled “Report to ASEA on VO2max Athletic Endurance Enhancement Testing.”
I located a summary of this study online. In this investigation, 17 athletes were tested for aerobic capacity before and after 2 weeks of taking the supplement each day.
Results
Athletes improved aerobic capacity after taking the supplement.
Possible Problems
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study
- They don't tell us what kind of athletes these were
- There was no placebo group to compare the results to
- The study speaks of “significant trends” but without a placebo group, we don know if the improvements were clinically significant.
6. ASEA Metabolite Findings FAQ
This is a FAQ paper summarizing the results of an exercise study of 20 people conducted at Appalachian State University. I summarized this study above, in the Research section.
Possible Problems
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study.
7. ASEA Research Summary Presentation
This is titled “ASEA Metabolomics.” This is the human exercise study I summarized above.
8. White Paper on the Effect of an Immune-Supporting Supplement, ASEA, on Athletic Performance based on a Pilot VO2max Test
In this paper, the supplement improved aerobic and anaerobic exercise performance in 18 well-conditioned men and women who either rode a bike or ran on a treadmill.
Possible Problems
- There is no placebo group.
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study.
9. White paper: Bioactivity of ASEA™ Related to Toxicity, Glutathione Peroxidase, Superoxide Dismutase Efficacy and Related Transcription Factors
Possible Problems:
- This is a test tube study
- This does not appear to be a published, peer-reviewed study
6 Where To Buy ASEA
The redox signaling supplement is not sold in stores like Walmart, Target, Walgreens, or CVS. It can be obtained directly from an ASEA associate.
One thing I noticed was there didn't seem to be a way for people to order ASEA directly from the company website. I kind of appreciated this because it means the company wants people to order it from an ASEA association. In other words, the company is not in competition with those who sell it. This also says a lot about the company and I appreciate this. The supplement can also be found online too.
7 How Much Is ASEA
I think the cost depends on whether you are an associate or not. If you just want to use it yourself (and not sell it), then the price is around $150 per month but that may also depend on enrolling in an auto-shipment program. Associates likely get discounts. When in doubt, it's best to ask an associate for the details.
8 ASEA And Exercise
Does ASEA water help people exercise better? Let's just say I'm skeptical right now. Currently, we have a mouse study that hints it might work and a human study showing it doesn't work. I'd like to see better human studies on this topic.
For the athletes reading this, ASEA is NSF certified. NSF (NSF.org) is a company that ensures supplements contain what they say. Supplements that have the NSF certification are often preferred by athletes who undergo random drug testing. I'm glad this supplement is NSF certified.
9 ASEA And Weight Loss
Can ASEA help people lose weight? Other than it being low in calories, I don't think so. Claims that the supplement helping burn fat appear to mostly come from the human exercise study summarized above. In that investigation, it was noted that people who drank 4 oz of ASEA per day for a week, had a greater release of fatty acids (triglycerides) at rest.
While this is an intriguing finding, this was an exercise study and not a weight-loss study. There was no mention of people losing weight so we might assume it did not occur.
Researchers at the University of North Carolina have completed a study that tried to see if the supplement raised metabolic rate. This study was completed in 2013 but no results have released. It's been over 5 years since the study was completed.
10 ASEA And Cancer
There is no evidence ASEA water can cure cancer or reduce it from occurring. The same thing goes for every other disease out there (heart disease, diabetes, Autism, arthritis, eczema, Acne, Lyme disease, tinnitus, dementia, fibromyalgia, blindness, etc). I'm not aware of any research on this water involving any health condition. People may say it does a lot of amazing things about what this supplement can do but for now, there is no clinical evidence for any of it.
Having lost both parents to cancer (less than 3 months from each other), I know how scary a cancer diagnosis can be. It's normal to look for answers. There seems to be no good proof drinking Redox water will improve cancer.
11 ASEA And Scars
No research appears to show if the supplement helps scars heal faster, fade, or disappear. There seems to be no evidence either way.
12 ASEA And Glutathione
Glutathione is an antioxidant compound that tends to decline as we get older. Some have said ASEA can raise glutathione levels by over 500%. I can find no evidence in humans for this statement. If anyone has evidence it does this, let me know.
13 ASEA And Hair
If ASEA promotes hair growth or slows hair loss, evidence cannot be located. There is no proof either way.
For more on hair growth see these reviews:
14 ASEA vs. The Competition
Many supplements promise to help us age gracefully. Here's how this supplement compares to some of the more popular supplements out there:
ASEA vs. Nerium (Neora)
Neora (formally Nerium) has a supplement called Neora EHT. The supplement has an extract from coffee (called EHT) which is touted to improve memory. No studies have compared ASEA to Neora EHT to see how they compare to each other. Like ASEA, Neora also has some research to support its effects.
See the Nerium /Neora EHT review
ASEA vs. Protandim
Protandim is probably the most well-known anti-aging supplement on Earth. It's been around many years and if you count up the research, it has more clinical studies than probably any anti-aging supplement on the market. Protandim is said to help the body ramp up its own production of antioxidant defenses.
In a way, this is somewhat similar to ASEA but there is no talk of redox signaling with Protandim. There is also no research comparing these supplements to each other.
ASEA vs. Tru Niagen
Tru Niagen, is one of the newest anti-aging supplements. Tru Niagen is a molecule, which comes from the vitamin niacin, called nicotinamide riboside. This compound is said to slow aging by helping our cells make energy better. No research appears to compare ASEA to Niacel which makes saying which would be best, difficult. For more on Niacel see these reviews
15 Is It Approved by the FDA?
In the US, the Food and Drug Administration does not approve supplements. There is a regulation – and penalties -for those who don't follow the rules but, there is no pre-approval process before a supplement can be sold to the public.
16 How Do You Take It?
Basally you drink about 4 oz per day. It can be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
17 Who Makes ASEA?
ASEA is a product of ASEA LLC which is located at 6550 Millrock Dr. Ste 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84121-6000. The company is located in “Ste 100” which I take to mean “suite 100.” I believe they are one of several companies at this location. For example, Buckner Insurance Company is located at Suite 300 of the same address.
The company website is AseaGlobal.com.
The Better Business Bureau gives ASEA LLC a rating of “A+” when this review was created. The company is a BBB accredited business. See the BBB file for updates and other information.
18 Contact ASEA
- The Better Business Bureau lists a contact number of (801) 928-2001
- Another phone number is 888-438-5971
- The Associate Support number of 801-973-7499
19 ASEA Side Effects
My guess is this supplement is pretty safe for most people. I'm not aware of any side effects from using the product. Some people online I saw said it didn't taste good but that is something we all have to decide for ourselves. The supplement does have some salt, but the company website states the amount of salt is less than a carrot has.
General suggestions for all supplements:
- Start with less than suggested for the first week to see how you respond
- Talk to your doctor if your pregnant/breastfeeding
- Stop taking at least 2 weeks before having surgery
- Talk to your doctor if you take any medicine like blood thinners
When looking at ASEA testimonials, some people say some pretty amazing things ranging from the product improving energy levels and reducing arthritis pain to even speeding recovery after a stroke. And then there are those who said the product did nothing for them. As with anything the results you experience may vary.
20 ASEA Renew 28
This is a skin cleanser. It contains an ingredient called sodium magnesium fluorosilicate (also called Hectorite) which is a scrubbing agent used in various cosmetics. The company states a European dermatology company -Dermatest – tested Renew 28 in 20 women for 28 days. The women said they saw:
- 21% Improvement in wrinkle dept,
- 20% increased skin elasticity
- 23% improvement in overall wrinkles
- 22% improvement in facial skin texture
- 23% improved skin smoothness
- 11% increase in skin moisture
As an aside, notice the women used the product for 28 days. This is where “Renew 28” gets its name from.
In another study, which lasted 12 weeks, the product was said to improve cellulite.
It is unknown if either of these studies is published in medical journals. If they are, that's great. If they are not, then this reduces their importance in my opinion.
See the review of Joyome by Plexus Slim
21 Does ASEA Work?
For the moment, I'm not going to say ASEA is a rip-off or a scam. While I'm skeptical about the ASEA claims and clinical research, I'm going to take the high road and say let's wait for better research. I'm not impressed with the evidence presented so far but willing to wait for future clinical studies.
It is refreshing to read an article in a non-professional article that follows a scientific approach to research. It presented the facts and avoided politicizing or editorializing the information. We live in a world where science has been corrupted by political or financial incentives. Truth is critical to decision making.
I have been taking a supplement called Reliv for 25 years. I have had and seen dramatic results. The basic product I take has 72 vitamins minerals and herbs in a powder. They do offer some real scientific evidence on some of their products using 3rd party researchers. The testimonies from Reliv are often amazing. They do some “make money” testimonies which is how the business works – which is OK.
The scientist, Doctor Theodore Kalogis, created the original product using a microscope. He sought to improve the integrity of the cell walls and the general health of the cell. He was successful. If you improve the individual cell the entire body logically benefits. This is about a balanced nutritional approach to health. The question I have is – good health begins with nutrition.
The results of any single product will never be accurately measured if the the subjects are not on the same level of health as provided by proper nutrition. A person who has poorly nutritional intake will respond differently… to ASEA …
Brad, thanks so much for your generous words. I do like to follow the research and see where it takes to help others make a more informed choice. I have heard of Reliv but have not looked at it. I’m really glad to know you are having such good benefits from it.
I search out sites like yours to see what is said about ASEA, and I have to tell you that I have been on ASEA for a year now and have great results. My reflux is all but gone, I get occasional heartburn but it goes away with water or rubbing the gel (Renu 28) on my stomach area.
And that is just one thing, you talk about athlete use, there would be no way in hell I could play Pickleball every day and go to the gym for 45 minutes. Yes, I am an Associate and yes I sell ASEA and I have 12 people that are experiencing great results.
Call it the placebo effect, don’t care I am 68 and I fell 50 my knee pain is down to a 1 or 2 and my back pain is down to about the same and that is after 2 back surgeries. So I say to you I am a customer for life and as a business opportunity, it is unmatched because there is no other game in town.
One more thing they don’t give patients for saltwater and there are Noble Prize attached to it. So if you want to do a fair review You have to try it for 3 months before you can honestly do a good review.
My business started when I told a Pickleball buddy that I might have something that could help his Parkinson’s disease and after a week and a half bought an entrepreneur package and 14 cases on auto-ship. I called him and asked him why and he told me he had spent thousands and thousands of dollars trying to get some relief, and ASEA works.
So I don’t really care about case studies, this isn’t a case study but when the doctor says your Kidney’s are dying and now everything in my labs is now in the green, who cares about case studies, I am living proof………..
Hi Larry, can you tell me what was not fair about the review?
Hello. Thank you so much for this. I have spent a week looking in to the Asea product. The majority of the videos posted on YouTube are either from the company itself or from people who are invested in it. And almost every one of them have comment sections turned off! which is a huge red flag for me.
I can’t find any independent 3rd party studies of Asea. Even though it seems they have been in business since at least 2012 8 yrs, it really surprised me that it has so little publicity and research published. I believe that if it truly lived up to the claims that they promote. It would or should be a lot more publicize articles from research and clinical studies and trials.
Rand, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Im glad you find the ASEA review helpful. I try to keep up with the research on this supplement and update the review when new studies become available. If you see any new research etc feel free to share it here.
Joe,
I am like you and need to see 3rd party reviews and studies. My question is how do they know the redox signaling molecules survive in our stomach acid of 2.0 especially if the molecules don’t last more than 15 seconds in our cells as stated by Dr. Gary Samuelson an Atomic Medical Physicist who is part of ASEA development.
Where is that report?
Peter, that’s an interesting question. I don’t know the answer to this. Does anyone care to take a stab at this?
Hi Peter and Joe, the answer is that it doesn’t. The product is not absorbed in the stomach at all, but in the soft tissues of the mouth and esophagus. The molecules, as you would know, are incredibly small and able to cross the cell wall barrier immediately. They are also highly reactive and take effect fast.
Joe, I think objectively, your review is fair- but as someone who has been using and distributing this product for 4 years, I can tell you there is so much more about this product that the world needs to know- that sadly is not captured in this article. That’s not an attack on you, this is an unbiased review, and it’s fair. But it’s a review from someone without any actual experience with the product.
I have two science degrees so I understand your need for validating science, but I explored this product initially because I saw my friend recover from a terminal, stage 4 advanced cancer solely using Asea when the medical community had given up on him. It made no logical or scientific sense to me- but the fact was, he should have died, and then he didn’t. Sure there is no study, and no, we cannot prove that this has any effect on cancer (nor want to, or ever will promote this as a disease-specific treatment)- but nevertheless he DID recover right before my eyes and I have seen this happen since many times over and over again.
I now work with many open-minded allied health practitioners around the world who are actively exploring what Asea Redox can do as a tool to support the body, and although it may not all be written in the science (Asea is after all, a small private company, not a multi-billion dollar pharmaceutical), our practical experience is profound. I understand that you cannot take one or two anecdotes to “prove anything” but when there are THOUSANDS of testimonials (I could invite you to our Facebook groups) then you’d be closed-minded not to pay attention.
If I was evaluating this product solely on published research, you’re right, I might have not used it. But neither would I be using half the medication that has been prescribed to my family in the past, where the research is also limited or when present, shows ridiculously dangerous side effects. When choosing supplements, I take a more lateral view, which includes (but is not limited to) research. People’s ACTUAL experience on the product counts just as much if not more.
If I had not taken the time to explore Asea beyond the research, which I agree is limited, my son might still be battling eczema, my mother may still have cancer and my father might still be incapacitated after his stroke. Each of these family members did not receive any other medical treatment other than Asea and basic nutritional supplementation.
We may not have university studies- but I have the medical reports from the oncologist, reporting my mother’s tumour had necrosed (died) after 8 weeks of heavy dose on the product, we have the repeated blood tests of my father as his cholesterol, blood sugars, blood pressure and testosterone stabilised. We have my little boys’ beautiful skin back. These things matter more to me than any other paper I could look at, or what any article may say.
Larger scale, publishable research is currently underway with Asea- it has become possible as the company grows and has the financial means to do so. In the meantime, for anybody who does not have the time to waste being sick or in pain, why would they not just try Asea. Our incredibly high retention rate should tell you that the product is truly making a difference in people’s lives.
Christina, I’m really happy to hear about your family members – I really am. I lost my mom and dad to cancer. I know how bad it is. Generally How long would you say it takes to see results from ASEA (rough estimate)?
Who care’s about studies, I certainly don’t, I know some people are obsessed with studies, it’s certainly helped my hair grown, thicker, no long thin, skin looks better, teeth improved, memory better and most of all those dreaded hot flushes have gone.
Sascha, I have never heard ASEA improves hair growth. How have your teeth improved? While you can go by testimonials like yours, clinical studies do help us understand supplements better.
Has anyone else noticed ASEA helps hair, teeth, hot flashes or memory?
Renu 28 gel on hair follicle cells have increased hair growth in cancer patients.
D Cook, is this a clinical study you’re referring to? Id love to see it. Do you have a link to the study so we can look at it?
Well I brush my teeth with the gel and when I went to the dentist I was done in 5 minutes with no bleeding, and that was after not going for over 9 months because of the pandemic, we couldn’t see a dentist until they eased the restrictions.
Larry, thanks for that corroboration.
I just read your article on ASEA. I had hope for a bit more positivity. I have IPF and a friend desperately wants me to try it. I have talked to their people, been on their site and read many articles, pro & con, about the stuff. I am still in the dark but my IPF is relatively mild as of now so I have a bit more time to wait to see if it’s a “wonder drug.”
Chuck, I remain on the fence about ASEA. Some people say its just water and others – some of them here in the comments – say its great. For me its all about the research but I can understand why someone would want to give it a try. when you say you have IPF, I take that to mean idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
I’ve not see any research of ASEA and IPF but I cant say if it would help or not. I wish I had some words of wisdom for you about this.
If you do decide to try ASEA water, I hope you will let us know what happens.
I’ll say a prayer you find something which helps your condition.
Hi, thanks for the informative site. I started ASEA about two years ago, I had shoulder pain and was unable to raise my arm above shoulder level due to pain. I don’t know if it was arthritis, bursitis or other; after 6 months of drinking ASEA I had no pain, I stopped for two weeks and the pain returned.
I started up again and the pain was gone again in two to three days of renewed use. With no pain, I eventually forgot to take it for months. My family has a history of arthritis.
Hi Dave, thanks so much and thanks for sharing. ASEA is interesting. Based on what people tell me I’m not sure what to make of it. My instincts tell me its just water but then from people like you. Question. Are you in pain again now? You said you eventually forgot to take ASEA. Did the pain return again after you forgot to take it?
I thank you for you placing on line your investigation of this product and company. You approach the product and subject very objectively. That is very helpful for me, as I had people approach me to use and buy this product.
Through your objectivity, I will wait to see positivity from this product before I buy IT. Once again thank You.
Hi Debbie, thanks for your kind words.
I mixed it with moringa, and it worked great. Same goes for Super Beets, ain’t that weird?
Hi Jerry, did ASEA work better when mixed with moringa and/or Super Beets? Can you tell us how it worked great or better than when you just used ASEA alone?
Heres Super Beets Review
Here’s the Moringa Review
ASEA should not be mixed with anything and should be taken away from any food or drink (including water).
Angela, who says you cant mix it? what happens if you mix ASEA with something else?
I am a “prove it to me” type guy. So, I have a few questions that ASEA won’t or can’t answer. I have asked these questions to the local ASEA sales representative and have written (unanswered) letters to Utah. When I ask the rep, I get “trust me, it works” for an answer or “it’s too technical to explain.” I also get the answers, “The testimonials tell the whole story” and “the scientists at ASEA know more about this than anyone in the world; they are the leaders in this revolutionary ground-breaking science.”
I work with the Univ of FL biochemical lab, Univ of FL Molecular Biology Lab and FL state forensic lab. I would like to verify some of their claims in the lab or with eager to volunteer students.
I know the answer to some of the questions, but I would like to get an answer from them, not a testimonial from a truck driver in Ohio who claims the product repaired the herniated discs in his back in only three weeks. Again, I have written them letters asking, and I have asked their local rep….no legitimate answers.
1. What process is used to identify, validate and quantify the presence of “Trillions of Balanced Redox Signaling Molecules in the Pristine Saline Solution?” Trillions? Should be easy to find.
2. They claim our cells make fewer and fewer of these molecules as we age, okay. So what is the test used to quantify the “increase of Redox Signaling Molecules in a human body” after using their product?
3. They claim their product “boosts efficiency of the body’s own antioxidants by 500%,” how do they test for antioxidant efficiency and how do they quantity that?
4. They claim the product “decreases free radical damage in the body”–how do they test for that and how do they show their product influenced the decrease in damage?
5. They claim the product “promotes enhanced immune function” in the human body–how is this measured as the result of their product?
Without credible answers, my biochemical receptors and C13H19NO2 levels are telling me this magic water is just that, magic. And everyone knows, magic isn’t real.
Hi Amille, your questions seem logical to me. Can anyone answer these questions?
If you ever get your study done at the Univ of Florida, I’d love to see what you turn up.
It’s a health technology that can sound too good to be true and honestly, if you’ve read/watched the info online about it and are curious, just try it. I have many positive things that I’ve experienced and so has my 89 year old grandma and my mom who just had surgery and then a bad car accident, etc, but telling you wouldn’t help bc you don’t know me. It’s even helped my 16 year old dog, who can’t lie obviously, but that won’t convince you.
You just need to try it. They have a 30 day money back guarantee. That’s the main reason I gave it a go. Nothing to lose. Following the usage directions is important. Also, some people don’t feel/see anything externally for the first month or two. So, in case that’s you, just take a blood test before you start and then after the first month. It’ll show a difference internally.
Seeing is believing, right?
Angela, what kind of changes on a blood test might someone expect to see with ASEA?
Thanks for your excellent and objective article on this likely scam.
My wife has used the product for about 2 months with no mention of any positive results. I’ve tried it for about 2 was with no noticeable difference IMHO. I’m an engineer with a lifetime interest in health, longevity and anti-aging research and have developed light therapy devices for concentrated deep tissue healing (sport-lt.com)
I find their lack of any proper functional studies appalling. Also, the MLM is a significant (if only) real driver for this product that I can see. One needs to look at the many other MLM health products such as monavie and others that ultimately flopped with no true results other than a strong placebo effect for users. There are many other great ways to improve health to spend your money on IMO.
Rich
Rich, thanks for sharing your experiences with ASEA water. I’m sorry it didn’t work for you or your wife. Looking over the comments here it looks like ASEA is either a hit or miss. I looked at your website. very interesting. I see youve gotten FDA approval. Have you done any clinical trials on your light therapy device? I’ve had my share of tennis/golfers elbow so I was just curious.
So, what health benefits are you trying to accomplish? Did you benchmark your health condition beforehand? You need to give the product at least 90 days to realize benefits. Taking product on an empty stomach is best for absorption.
Jeff, you bring up some interesting questions. Are there any clinical studies showing ASEA needs at least 90 days to work? Any research that it works best when taken on an empty stomach? That would be research I’d be interested in reading. I do agree the best way to see if a supplement is working is to get baseline readings on health issues before starting any new dietary supplement
AMILLE the company has been around for over 10 years and stands to make 2 billion in 3 years. Only thing I can tell you and yes I am a distributor, and it was only after I shared with a friend that has Parkinson’s disease after being on it a week and a half bought the largest package and 14 cases on auto ship. I called him and asked why and he told me after spending thousands of dollars on his disease he finally found something that works. Don’t skip out on giving your body a chance to heal itself give it a try….
You are correct. If this was legitimate, a real miracle supplement, it would be worth billions. It would undergo clinical tests and revolutionize the medical industry while “healing” millions of people. But, this is not the case. It has not real clinical evaluation, no valid studies — nothing but testimonials.
If it were real these testimonials would be front page news…they are not… Many of the testimonials are folks tied up in the MLM operation or their friends. All fake. The company is hiding behind outsiders to “advertise” the benefits of the product.
Their associate brag on the product healing everything from cancer, to kidney failure, to heart disease to acne.
John, thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I don’t think associates brag on anything. They let ( or should let) their customers do the talking. There are thousands of testimonials stating how ASEA has helped them, personally, overcome health challenges. I take it. It definitely helps me. And that is all I need to know.
John ASEA does not claim to heal or anything they would be shut down in a minute. What they do say is that with age we lose the signaling effect and this gives the body a CHANCE to heal, I myself happens to be one of those stupid testimonies. I hear people saying it doesn’t work, but I see that it has only been taken for a couple of months.
Let me ask you did your body get that way in a couple of months…… It works for everyone it is just a matter of time and dosage, all I know is that it has given my life back, when I was at a point I didn’t care if I lived or died……and no I am living again
Hi Joe, I really appreciate the time you have taken to give a very fair and unbiased evaluation of this product. I am an Asea associate and currently work globally (mainly in Europe, USA and Australia) with patients, clinicians and several progressive clinics and whilst I completely agree that it will take some time before the studies have gone through all the appropriate channels, we are truly seeing incredible results with Asea in the field.
In many ways, I feel like we are effectively pioneering the use of RSMs in various therapeutic forms. My core team and I are starting to see some incredible trends, and predictable recovery patterns across many conditions; particularly auto-immune (including cancer, diabetes, arthritis) and neuro-degenerative diseases (Parkinsons, Alzheimers, Dementia).
We are also seeing great results with conditions such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, lupus… I was on the phone with one of our French clinics tonight and we were exchanging very similar experiences witnessing reversal of symptoms in a predictable way.
I am certain that the science will catch up. In the meantime, I am excited to work at this new frontier so that we can help people who don’t have the time to wait. I appreciate that you have made some comparisons with other products, however I do believe that Asea Redox is in a new category of its own.
Unlike other supplements it is not foreign to the body – it is already made by our bodies and because it is native, it is easily used by our own bodies without any guess work or experimentation.
We have spent so long looking for ‘cures’ in far away jungles, and yet our bodies already have the ability to repair, destroy and replace damaged cells with healthy ones – sometimes however, we are simply missing the tools. RSMs are one of important keys of this process that keeps us healthy, and free of disease. When we raise our levels, its amazing what the body can do.
Many thanks again for your article.
Hi Cristina, thanks so much. Its very interesting to learn you have been working with clinics. Has anyone expressed an interest in doing research with ASEA for fibromyalgia,lupus, chronic fatigue etc? I’d think as medical people, they would want to at least write up case reports on the reversal of these issues with ASEA. Has anyone said they would do this?
Joe, I started a fellow Pickleball friend’s wife on ASEA and she has fibromyalgia and in two weeks her pain was going. Thinking this was a placebo effect she stopped taking ASEA and within a couple of days the pain came back, now she is a believer.
Larry, I’m really glad to hear about your friends wife. I just wish there was more research on ASEA to validate the testimionals.
Hi Joe, just saw your reply. Yes I have worked and still work with a number of fibromyalgia groups and chronic fatigue groups. We do see great results, and only require very small amounts of the product for anything autoimmune.
I agree, case studies would be amazing. We collect them, but not formally. Do you know any organisation that can collate case studies formally? I’d be happy to collaborate.
Cristina, I’m not aware of any organization that collects case reports. Has ASEA done any new research other than what I covered in the review? Have they ever looked at autoimmune disorders?
Hi Christina
Asea is about to be launched into Australia and Im considering becoming an associate I would love to connect and know more about your experiences with Asea
Thanks
Rhonda
Rhonda, where have you heard ASEA is coming to Australia? Just curious.
Rhonda get started it will be the best money you have spent. I am a Director 700 and I wasn’t even looking for a business it just happened overnight. I am now getting a residual income and all I did is share with people that are in need of help, start now.
Hi Rhonda, yes it was launched. Hope someone was able to help you, if not feel free to find me. Google Cristina Williams and Asea, I’m sure I’ll come up.
Hi Joe, I have made comments below regarding the research and our experiences with the product over the last number of years, with many health practitioners and consumers.
One thing I wanted to add – aside from the publishable large scale research, that is much easier for a multi billion dollar pharmaceutical to produce than a small company like ours – can you take a moment to consider the position for an individual who has had a profound experience with this product?
Indulge me for a moment: Let’s say you were told your brain is filled with tumours, and you have nothing but months to live. You’re in bed and incapacitated, suffering seizures daily. The medical community cannot offer you any further options. You try this product out of desperation; you have nothing to lose…. How would you feel if two weeks later you were able to get out of bed for the first time in months? How would you feel if it worked? How would you feel if your oncologist and neurologist could not explain HOW, but they inform you that the tumour is gone?
How do you think your wife feels? Your family? How would you feel to have your life back?
And if tomorrow you met another poor soul who was suffering a similar condition, don’t you think you’d want to tell them about it??? Or would you hold back because ‘the studies’ might not be enough? Could you live with yourself if this ‘might’ help that other person too, but you didn’t share it?
To those people further in the thread attacking anyone who would dare to share their own personal testimony, like its some kind of cheap strategy, I would ask you to take a minute and consider that you DON’T know what its like to have walked through this kind of experience. The devastation of a terrible diagnosis, and then the sheer elation of getting your health back. You’d have to be a real jerk to not want to tell people about it. Studies or not.
We are not saying this is a magic wand, or a for-sure cure for anything. But I will tell you its an incredible tool which stimulates our cellular health, and people’s real life experiences support this.
The above story is a true story, a good friend of mine from the Gold Coast Australia- his recovery has baffled doctors and he would not be here without Asea. Furthermore, he did a 6 week test off the product and his seizures and other symptoms begun to return. His own neurologist told him, “we don’t understand what you’re doing with that product, but keep doing it”. Forty-two specialists across 4 different continents had not been able to save his life, this little product did.
Cristina, I appreciate how passionate you are about ASEA. About how long do you think it takes (roughly) before a generally healthy person might see benefits?
This should be taken with a clear understanding of what it is and that at the molecular level the science is solid. If you take this product looking for some effect there is no study which can quantify a condition that never developes as a result of of the product. This it helps our bodies ability to help itself
Robert, maybe at the molecular level the science is solid, meaning there is evidence for redox signaling. I just looked again at the research and I’m still not convinced redox signaling evidence is evidence for ASEA. Let’s see what their research shows.
Great information – thank you. Do you know if there is any research with regards to autoimmune disorders and Asea helping?
Hi Traecie, I’m not aware of anything specifically dealing with autoimmune disorders. For what it’s worth, I don’t think ASEA will negatively impact conditions. There are many autoimmune disorders out there (thyroid, diabetes, arthritis etc). Is there a specific condition you are thinking of?
I had inflammatory arthritis for four years. I tried many different things. It was gone after three months on ASEA. Miraculous…
Traci, do you have before/after medical documents that prove this? I see from your email you have a medical background so that’s why I ask.
Thank you for all your research on this. Does this article provide any of the science you deem valid?
https://www.redoxproduct.com/files/8515/0743/5279/ASEA-REDOX-Gene-Study-Summary.pdf
Hi Mattie, thank you for sharing this. I read the PDF of the study you provided. It looks very interesting. One thing I did not see though is where – other than ASEA publications – this study is published. I’d like to see this study go through the peer review process so other researchers can take a look at it. I’m sure the study will eventually be published (these things take time occur).
It’s interesting that they say the placebo contained the same saline as ASEA but without the redox signaling molecules. I’d like to know how they removed the redox signaling molecules. What’s that process look like? And, if you can remove those molecules, what is the concentration of redox signalling molecules in ASEA?
Does anyone care to weigh in on this interesting ASEA research summary?
Joe. They did not removed the signaling molecules. They just used a saline solution. Free from signaling molecules. You can use your common sense to understand that.
I suggest to start wondering and doing research on chemiotherapeutic medicines instead. It’s a much deeper subject – did anyone got healed by cancer using them? Or its just another way for the pharmaceutical companies to make money? That’s a serious subject to study.
Asea is a product with the purpose of restoring the body’s functionality and make it more efficient. When such a high tech biological mechanism that human body is – is working properly, there is no room for diseases. A correct lifestyle and wise nutrition- including suplements – will lead to a very good health and quality life. We are better than “Starbucks generation”.
At least there are many testimonials that Asea it’s working. Compare those testimonials with those from chemiotherapeutical medicines. See which one it says it does in the specs but in reality it doesn’t. Cheers.
Augustin, ok so where do the redox signaling molecules come from then?
Hi Joe, I appreciate your willingness to look objectively at the asea studies. I am curious about the efficacy of its claims. Just a couple of thoughts. Studies aren’t peer reviewed. Articles are peer reviewed. I would be interested in knowing if the research studies by asea were written on. Do you know? Also just a point of correction, an abstract is a summary of an article about research studies and not a different type of research.
I think in one of your comments you said the studies were sponsored by holders or investors in the patent(s). How/where did you verify that? Id like to know more about that.
Your article said that asea is NSF certified and that NSF is a company that “ensures supplements contain what they say.” So does that mean asea does in fact contain redox signaling molecules?
Have you looked into the “independent” lab that asea says has verified its product, Bioagilytix? Are they reputable? Are they financially tied to asea or truly independent?
Thanks and look toward to your response!
Laura
Hi Laura, sorry it took so long to reply to you. I appreciate you pointing out studies vs articles. Since I’m usually writing for the general public, I hope you will forgive my interchanging these words.
As far as I can tell, ASEA sponsors the research on their product. That’s not necessarily a bad thing in my book as long as a company takes no role in the research. For example, one of the studies (Effects of ASEA beverage intake on endurance performance in mice) was funded by “Reoxcyn Discoveries Group.” This company shares the same address as ASEA – 6550 Millrock Dr Ste 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84121-6000. and the name of the founder of ASEA -Verdis Norton- is mentioned on this summary of Reoxcyn Discoverys Group too https://www.bizapedia.com/ut/reoxcyn-discoveries-group-inc.html
As for Bioagilytix, they are located in North Carolina. I did not see any formal relationship to ASEA when I looked. Their website appears to show they do a variety of things that dont seem related to ASEA.
You bring up an interesting point about NSF certification. I think all the NSF certification does is test for the presence of banned substances (steroids, etc). While I could be wrong, I dont believe NSF tests products for labeling accuracy.
Hope that helps and thanks again for your very good questions 🙂
NSF is the certification that ensures manufacturing standard for consumables in the USA. Basically it means the product is produced in a facility that is clean and safe.
Bioalgilitix is indeed independent to Asea. They are an independent bioanalysis laboratory used by companies producing health products and pharmaceuticals to verify their product content independently for the market. They were contracted to find a test for redox signalling molecules, and they use this marker to independently certify the product contains a high concentration of RSM.
So yes, this gives you the reassurance the product does contain redox.
Cristina, thanks for the follow up to this.