Description
Water and lipid soluble antioxidant; supports glucose metabolism and nerve health‡
Benefits & Features
- Ages 18 and up
- Optimal energy and nerve health‡
- Promotes metabolic energy production‡
- Helps maintain healthy glucose metabolism
- Supports nerve cell health‡
- Water and fat solubility provides exceptional versatility as an antioxidant‡
Indications
- Ages 18 and up
- Optimal energy and nerve health‡
Suggested Use
Alpha Lipoic Acid 400 mg and 600 mg
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
Science & Research
Verifiable Science
Alpha lipoic acid is both water and fat soluble which allows it to function in almost any part of the body as an antioxidant. A key component of the metabolic process, alpha lipoic acid produces energy in muscles and directs calories into energy production.1 In addition, it helps maintain healthy glucose metabolism, supports the nervous system and provides nutritional support for healthy liver function.2 In one study, alpha lipoic acid decreased serum lactate and pyruvate and promoted healthy glucose metabolism in lean and overweight individuals.3 Alpha lipoic acid supported nerve health in subjects who participated in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial.4 The ability of alpha lipoic acid to modulate nitric oxide metabolite activity and to promote healthy microcirculation accounted for its ability to promote nerve cell health in two separate studies.5,6‡
References
- Kishi Y, et al. Diabetes. 1999 Oct;48(10):2045-51.
- Porasuphatana S, et al. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2012;21(1):12-21.
- Konrad T, et al. Diabetes Care. 1999 Feb;22(2):280-7.
- Ziegler D, et al. Diabet Med. 2004 Feb;21(2):114-21.
- Nagamatsu M, et al. Diabetes Care. 1995 Aug;18(8):1160-7.
- Ziegler D, et al. Diabet Med. 2004 Feb;21(2):114-21.
Highlights: Gluten Free, GMO Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Additional Information
Warning
If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Source
- Pure Encapsulations alpha lipoic acid is synthetically produced and has a minimum purity of 99%
- Vitamin C (ascorbyl palmitate) is derived from corn dextrose fermentation
- Hypoallergenic plant fiber is derived from pine cellulose
‡These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
