Benefits

Alpha R-Lipoic acid provides strong biological antioxidant enhancing properties important for cellular health.

• Biologically active form of alpha lipoic acid
• Acts as a metabolic antioxidant
• Critical role in regulating normal metabolism and energy production
• Powerful scavenger of dangerous free radicals
• Neuroprotective and regenerative
• Immunoprotective and supportive
• Supports the body's natural ability to reduce inflammation
• Supports normal glucose transport

Lipoic Acid is a naturally occurring chemical produced by every cell in the body. Alpha Lipoic Acid has been called the “metabolic antioxidant” by Dr. Lester Packer, considered one of the world’s leading experts in antioxidant research. Even though Lipoic Acid is made naturally within the body there is good evidence that our bodies can lose the ability to synthesize enough Lipoic Acid when we need it most. Although the body produces small amounts of R-Lipoic Acid necessary for metabolism, this may not meet the needs of the body for free radical quenching. Supplementation may be beneficial and can produce profound therapeutic benefits.

While Alpha R-Lipoic Acid acts as a potent antioxidant on its own, it also serves to regenerate other antioxidants like vitamin E, vitamin C and glutathione and also increases the production of glutathione (the most important water-soluble antioxidant).

As the 'powerhouse' of cells, mitochondria produce the energy that cells need to function. As the cells age, the activity of the mitochondria decreases, resulting in lower energy production, slower metabolism and increased oxidative stress and damage. Clinical studies have also demonstrated that supplementation with Alpha R-Lipoic Acid improved mitochondrial function, increased metabolic rate and decreased oxidate damage.

How Does R-Lipoic Acid Differ from Alpha Lipoic Acid?

Molecules in living systems generally exist in only one form. When the same molecules are synthesized in the laboratory they consist of equal amounts of both forms. Examples of this would include: dl-alpha tocopherol (synthetic Vitamin E) and d-alpha tocopherol (natural Vitamin E). The synthetic ‘unnatural’ form of ALA is Alpha RS-Lipoic Acid or more commonly called Alpha Lipoic Acid and the natural “fully active” form is Alpha R-Lipoic Acid.

The ‘R’ form is the proper structural fit for membrane receptors (which allow for better "communication" with the cells) and enzymes, therefore, it is metabolized more efficiently and with much greater potency.

Taking more synthetic ALA has not been shown to give the same benefit as R-Lipoic Acid.

Alpha R-Lipoic Acid has been reported to be 10 times more powerful than standard Alpha RS-Lipoic Acid (ALA).

For additional articles and information about Alpha Lipoic Acid visit PubMed (a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health) at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11366543 and http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10554539.

Usage

Take 1 to 2 capsules twice daily with meals. At this recommended dosage one bottle will last between 15 to 30 days.

Active Ingredients

50 mg of Alpha R-Lipoic Acid contained within each vegetarian capsule.

Warnings

Please consult with a health care professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a medical condition, are currently taking prescription drugs, or are pregnant or lactating.

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