Benefits & Features
- 600mg per capsule
- Source of an antioxidant
- Helps to promote healthy glucose metabolism
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a powerful antioxidant revered as the 'universal antioxidant' due to its unique ability to dissolve in both fat and water environments. This characteristic allows ALA to combat harmful free radicals that can damage body tissues, protecting against the oxidative stress induced by pollutants, smoking, and everyday metabolic processes.
Unlike many antioxidants that only shield externally, ALA penetrates cell membranes to safeguard vital proteins and DNA from the inside. Once within the cell, ALA transforms into dihydrolipoic acid, a powerful scavenger of the most destructive radicals, including superoxide and hydroxyl radicals, found in common environmental toxins like exhaust and smoke.
As we age, our natural antioxidant production declines, but ALA stands out by not only neutralizing free radicals itself but also by rejuvenating other essential antioxidants such as vitamins E and C and coenzyme Q-10. This helps maintain their active presence in the body, supporting overall cellular health and vitality.
