Alpha Lipoic Acid - 120 Vegcaps

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a part of coenzymes and involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. ALA, called the “universal antioxidant,” is soluble in both water and fat, therefore able to work in various parts of the body.* As an antioxidant, it is able to scavenge a variety of free radicals including the highly reactive hydroxyl radical and singlet oxygen.* ALA also has the ability to extend the activity of vitamin C and vitamin E as well as regenerate the powerful antioxidants CoQ10 and glutathione.* Studies show ALA is a powerful antioxidant that can help protect healthy cell function.* Scientific studies show alpha lipoic acid helps support glucose metabolism, as well as normal, healthy liver function.* Features of Alpha Lipoic Acid  • ALA provides a 50/50 mixture of R&S forms of lipoic acid.• Some companies carry a pure R form and claim it is a more powerful antioxidant and has more biological activity. Most of the research on ALA has been done using the 5