R-Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a powerful, vitamin-like antioxidant used to promote glucose control, liver health, healthy cell reproduction, and protection against oxidative processes that lead to premature aging and many other degenerative conditions.

Ingredients

This product contains R-alpha lipoic acid (R-ALA), a more potent form of ALA. Clinical studies have shown that R-ALA is a more biologically active form of ALA delivering greater antioxidant and neuroprotective benefits at much smaller doses than the synthetic forms of lipoic acids presently available.

Aging is often associated with a gradual decline in cognitive function and a reduced ability to produce and recycle important antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin E, coenzyme Q10, and glutathione. This decrease in antioxidant activity can limit the body’s ability to control free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage cell membranes and tissues, weaken immune function, disrupt DNA, and contribute to cellular degeneration.

Researchers have found that alpha-lipoic acid helps regenerate vitamins E and C, supporting the body’s antioxidant defenses. R-alpha lipoic acid is directly involved in cellular metabolism and is considered an important “mitochondrial antioxidant.” It is an essential component of the intracellular antioxidant cycle and is capable of scavenging a variety of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS). R-alpha lipoic acid can cross the blood-brain barrier and has been shown to elevate intracellular glutathione levels. It also helps regulate neural calcium homeostasis, modulates pro-inflammatory cytokines, and influences the expression of genes involved in cellular function.

Biotin is included in this supplement because alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) may compete with biotin for absorption and utilization in the body. Including biotin supports adequate biotin status and provides benefits for energy, metabolism, healthy hair, skin, and nails. Together, these nutrients help support normal cellular function and overall wellness.