immy: The Future of Immune Health and Chronic Inflammation Management

Dr. Charles Akle had spent years treating cancer patients, but nothing prepared him for the challenge he faced when his own son fell ill. Initially misdiagnosed with lymphoma, his son had contracted Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) while traveling in Africa. The infection triggered a severe, chronic inflammatory response that left him bedridden for over a decade, unable to eat, walk, or engage in daily life.   

Despite consulting top specialists, no treatment provided relief. His immune system had entered a prolonged, dysregulated state of inflammation, draining his energy and preventing his body from healing. Dr. Akle drew on his decades of experience as a leading surgeon and immunologist and believed chronic inflammation was the underlying cause of his son’s disease. During his research into mycolicibacteria for cancer treatment, he developed a non-pathogenic and safe strain of environmental mycobacteria, called Mycolicibacterium obuense with powerful effects on the immune system, based on a previously-researched organism called Mycolicibacterium vaccae.

Determined to find a solution, he first tested it on himself. Seeing no adverse effects, he administered it to his son. The results were immediate and extraordinary. Within 24 hours, he regained his appetite and got out of bed. Over the next year, Dr. Akle continued administering the experimental therapy, and his son fully recovered.

 Dr. Akle knew he had uncovered something groundbreaking. If chronic inflammation was driving his son’s illness, how many other diseases were fueled by the same underlying immune dysfunction?  This personal victory became the catalyst for his lifelong mission: to understand and address chronic inflammation at its root cause.

This outcome, along with $100 million and two decades of research, led to the creation of immy, an immunobiotic capsule containing Mycolicibacterium aurum Aogashima, a scientifically validated, non-toxic bacterium, designed to restore immune balance, reduce chronic inflammation, and support overall health and resilience.

What is immy? A Next-Generation Immunobiotic

immy is not a probiotic—it is an immunobiotic, meaning its primary function is to regulate the immune system, rather than to simply improve the gut biome. Its active ingredient, Mycolicibacterium aurum Aogashima (MAA for short), is an inert, non-pathogenic bacterium derived from soil. 

For decades, researchers have explored how environmental mycobacteria can train and balance the immune system. And here’s something surprising—while tuberculosis is caused by a mycobacterium, the world’s most effective TB vaccine, BCG, actually uses a weaker cousin, Mycobacterium bovis, to teach the immune system what to do! This friendly mycobacterium guides immune responses, making them smarter and more resilient, proving that not all bacteria are bad—some are essential for immune health!

For decades, researchers have studied environmental mycobacteria for their anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating properties. immy is the first rigorously developed immunobiotic that delivers these proven benefits in an oral capsule—an innovation backed by over $100 million and two decades of research.

And unlike previous mycobacterium-based therapies that required injections, immy is designed for convenient oral use, allowing for easy, daily immune support.

Chronic vs. Acute Inflammation: The Hidden Epidemic

Inflammation is a natural part of the body's defense system. Acute inflammation is a short-term, targeted response designed to fight infections or heal wounds. When you get a cut or sprain your ankle, the immune system increases blood flow, dispatches white blood cells, and releases pro-inflammatory cytokines to repair the damage. Once the injury heals, inflammation resolves naturally.

Chronic inflammation, however, is a different story.

Instead of turning off after the threat is eliminated, the immune system remains constantly activated, attacking healthy tissue and consuming excessive energy. This systemic inflammation is fueled by modern environmental and lifestyle stressors, including:

• Urban living and sensory overstimulation exposes us to constant noise, pollution, and stressors, keeping our stress response permanently activated.

• Digital overstimulation from social media and mobile devices triggers excess dopamine release, disrupting neurochemical balance and increasing stress reactivity.

• Urban living and sensory overstimulation exposes us to constant noise, pollution, and stressors, keeping our stress response permanently activated.

• Digital overstimulation from social media and mobile devices triggers excess dopamine release, disrupting neurochemical balance and increasing stress reactivity.

Western diets are high in ultra-processed foods. Excessive sugar, artificial additives, and inflammatory seed oils fuel chronic inflammation, leading to fatigue, brain fog, and metabolic dysfunction.

Chronic inflammation drains the body’s energy reserves, leading to persistent exhaustion, low motivation, and a feeling of "brain fog” so commonly reported among working adults in developed countries. 

The Devastating Effects of Chronic Inflammation

Left unchecked, chronic inflammation destroys cellular health and accelerates aging. It is the hidden driver behind many of the most common diseases in modern society, including:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Persistent gut inflammation leads to digestive distress, food intolerances, and poor nutrient absorption.

• Cancer. Chronic inflammation damages DNA, promotes tumor growth, and suppresses immune surveillance, allowing cancer cells to thrive.

• Alzheimer’s and neurodegenerative diseases. Brain inflammation contributes to cognitive decline, memory loss, and neurodegeneration.

• Autoimmune diseases. The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue, leading to conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and lupus.

• Post Viral Syndrome. This occurs when the immune system remains dysregulated long after a viral infection has cleared, leading to chronic inflammation and persistent fatigue, brain fog, and digestive issues. 

• Low productivity and constant illness. A dysregulated immune system leaves the body vulnerable to infections, fatigue, and poor cognitive performance.

How Immy Works: The Science of Mycolicibacterium aurum Aogashima

immy’s active ingredient, MAA, is a strain of environmental mycobacteria that has been scientifically studied for its anti-inflammatory and stress-reducing properties. Research on its close relative, Mycobacterium vaccae, has shown remarkable effects on reducing systemic inflammation and improving stress resilience.

Unlike traditional probiotics, immy does not colonize the gut permanently. Instead, it provides daily immune training, teaching the immune system how to regulate itself properly.

Because it is excreted naturally each day, immy must be taken regularly to maintain its benefits, much like food, oxygen, or sunlight.

Some individuals experience immediate benefits, such as increased energy, improved focus, and better digestion. Others may not feel dramatic changes right away, but the long-term immune support continues working in the background.

The Future of Immune Health

We are living through an era of rising chronic illness, increasing cancer rates, and accelerating neurodegeneration. Environmental stressors, poor diets, and the loss of microbial diversity have weakened immune resilience, leaving many people vulnerable to disease.

Immy offers a scientifically backed, natural intervention that is a major factor in helping to restore immune balance, reduce chronic inflammation, and support long-term health. The best part is, immy and its scientific and clinical partners continue to research this breakthrough immunobiotic, and will continue to publish new findings as studies uncover additional important effects on the immune system.

Dr. Akle’s innovation has already transformed lives—including his son’s. Now, this breakthrough is available to anyone seeking to regain control of their immune health, energy, and longevity.

The information provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This does not replace advice from a physician or medical professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.