Alpha Lipoic Acid (RS-Lipoic Acid) is a naturally occurring antioxidant organosulfur compound. It is required for aerobic respiration in animals. As a dietary supplement, it has a wide range of biological effects which include reducing oxidative stress in neurons, increasing mitochondrial output in liver cells, and may act as a potent anti-inflammatory.
The more biologically active isomer of Alpha Lipoic Acid, R-Thioctic acid, absorbs more readily in the intestines. Due to its chemical properties however, it readily forms an inert polymer in a low pH environment such as the stomach. The S-isomer helps stabilize this effect and may ultimately enhance bioactivity compared to isolated R-Alpha Lipoic Acid.
Alpha Lipoic Acid may reduce neuronal death from excess glutamatergic activity by increasing glutathione stores in the brain. It also reduces NF-kB activity, which results in a potent anti-inflammatory effect. Alpha Lipoic Acid may also reduce appetite, but this effect has not been confirmed in humans.
This product is 200 grams [7.05 oz] of pure Alpha Lipoic Acid in a transparent, reclosable plastic jar with an integrated Safety Seal and Shrinkband.
Also included are the certificate of analysis for the individual Alpha Lipoic Acid batch and a 1cc measuring scoop which measures approximately 500mg of Alpha Lipoic Acid.
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