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Alpha Lipoic Acid
Drug Uses
Alpha Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant, a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals, and converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.
ALA will be more beneficial for individuals with some of the following conditions:
- Diabetes or higher than normal blood sugar levels;
- Have high cholesterol levels;
- Are affected by cataracts (in early stages);
- Cardiovascular problems such as hardening of arteries.
- ALA helps make vitamin C and E work better;
- ALA is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals;
- It's easily absorbed either from food eaten or from supplements;
- ALA helps increase glutathione which helps with detoxification;
- ALA helps protect the lens and retina of your eyes from degeneration, and also helps alleviate glaucoma;
- ALA is used to treat and detoxify the liver.
How Taken
As a dietary supplement, take one to six capsules daily, with or without food.
Drug Class and Mechanism
Alpha Lipoic Acid is a fatty acid found naturally inside every cell in the body. It's needed by the body to produce the energy for our body's normal functions. Alpha Lipoic Acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.
Alpha Lipoic Acid is also an antioxidant, a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals. What makes Alpha Lipoic Acid unique is that it functions in water and fat, unlike the more common antioxidants vitamins C and E, and it appears to be able to recycle antioxidants such as vitamin C and glutathione after they have been used up. Glutathione is an important antioxidant that helps the body eliminate potentially harmful substances. Alpha Lipoic Acid increases the formation of glutathione.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of ALA, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Storage
Store ALA at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep ALA out of the reach of children and away from pets.
