Alpha Lipoic Acid 400 mg
What's inside
Supplement Facts
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| alpha lipoic acid (thioctic acid) | 400.0 mg |
| Other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water), ascorbyl palmitate |
Recommended use
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
Days supply
60-120 days
UPC
766298004730
Product categories
Health conditions
How it works
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a powerful antioxidant that stands out due to its unique ability to be both water and fat soluble. This dual solubility allows it to function throughout the entire body, protecting cells and tissues from oxidative stress. A key component of energy metabolism, ALA plays an essential role in the production of energy within muscles, converting calories into usable energy. This makes it crucial for overall vitality and physical performance, as it helps your body efficiently process and utilize energy from food.
In addition to its role in energy production, alpha lipoic acid is known for its support of healthy glucose metabolism. It helps the body manage blood sugar levels, which is vital for maintaining energy balance and preventing fluctuations in energy throughout the day. Studies have shown that ALA can lower serum lactate and pyruvate, which are byproducts of glucose metabolism, and promotes healthier glucose metabolism in both lean and overweight individuals. This makes it an excellent supplement for those seeking to support their metabolic health and maintain balanced energy levels.
Alpha lipoic acid is also known for its beneficial effects on the nervous system. It has been shown to support nerve health in clinical trials, where it helped participants maintain healthy nerve function. Through its action on nitric oxide metabolites, ALA can enhance microcirculation, which is critical for delivering nutrients and oxygen to nerve cells, promoting their health and vitality. Whether you're looking to maintain cognitive function, alleviate nerve discomfort, or support overall neurological health, ALA offers a range of benefits for the nervous system.
Lastly, alpha lipoic acid provides nutritional support for liver function, helping detoxify the body and maintain a healthy liver. Its antioxidant properties play a vital role in protecting liver cells from oxidative damage, which can occur due to environmental toxins or metabolic stress. By supporting liver health, ALA ensures that your body can efficiently process and eliminate waste, contributing to overall wellness and vitality. If you're seeking a comprehensive supplement that supports energy, metabolism, nerve health, and liver function, alpha lipoic acid is a must-have for optimal health.
Why take this product?
- ✓Suitable for adults 18 and older.
- ✓Supports optimal energy levels and nerve health.
- ✓Boosts metabolic energy production.
- ✓Helps support healthy glucose metabolism.
- ✓Promotes the health of nerve cells.
- ✓Offers excellent versatility as an antioxidant, due to its water and fat solubility.
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What is Pure Encapsulations Alpha Lipoic Acid 400 mg?
It is a vegan-friendly antioxidant supplement providing 400 mg of alpha lipoic acid (thioctic acid) per capsule. ALA is unique because it is both water and fat soluble, allowing it to function throughout the entire body to support antioxidant defense, energy production, healthy glucose metabolism, nerve health, and liver function.
What does alpha lipoic acid do in this formula?
Alpha lipoic acid plays an essential role in converting calories into usable energy within muscles, which may support overall vitality and physical performance. It also promotes healthy glucose metabolism, supports nerve cell health by enhancing microcirculation, and provides antioxidant protection for liver cells against oxidative stress.
How do I take Pure Encapsulations Alpha Lipoic Acid 400 mg?
Take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals. Each bottle contains 120 capsules, giving you a 60- to 120-day supply depending on how many capsules you take per day.
Who is this supplement suitable for?
It is suitable for adults 18 and older who want antioxidant support along with support for energy, metabolism, nerve health, or liver function. It is both vegan and vegetarian friendly. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or managing a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.
How does this compare to similar products you carry?
Pure Encapsulations Alpha Lipoic Acid 400 mg is a focused, single-ingredient antioxidant formula. ALA/ALC 750mg combines alpha lipoic acid with acetyl-L-carnitine for broader support. Blood Sugar Formula and Berberine Synergyâ„¢ take different nutritional approaches to metabolic support. Life's Essentials Plus and B-Complex 100 mg Sustained Release are broader multivitamin or B-complex formulas rather than targeted antioxidant supplements.
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