Alpha Lipoic Acid Supplement to Help Support Antioxidant Activity and Cellular Health *

Alpha Lipoic Acid 250 mg is a dietary supplement providing alpha-lipoic acid, a sulfur-containing compound with antioxidant properties naturally present in many prokaryotic (single-cell) and eukaryotic (multi-cell) organisms. The body can synthesize it from fatty acids and cysteine, but only in limited amounts.

Alpha Lipoic Acid 250 mg contains both the R form (naturally produced in the body) and the S form (considered less active) in equal amounts. Two other references in our catalog provide only the R form: R-Lipoic Acid and Sodium R-Lipoate, a form associated with improved bioavailability.

What are the Potential Properties of Alpha-Lipoic Acid?

Alpha-lipoic acid is being studied for its role in regulating certain genes involved in antioxidant and inflammatory pathways. It also acts as a cofactor in energy metabolism and may support the activity of antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin E.

It exists in two forms: the R form, naturally produced by the body, and the S form. Both are generated in equal amounts during synthesis.

Supplements that provide only the R form are more costly to produce, as they require an additional purification step to eliminate the S molecules.

Are There Foods Rich in Alpha-Lipoic Acid?

Only a few foods provide notable amounts: organ meats (especially liver), some green vegetables such as broccoli and spinach, and yeast.

Supplementation with 200–600 mg (1–2 capsules of Alpha Lipoic Acid) may provide levels far higher than those obtained through diet alone.

How and When to Take Alpha Lipoic Acid 250 mg?

It is best taken away from meals, as other nutrients may reduce absorption. Once ingested, alpha-lipoic acid is transported across the intestinal barrier by two primary carriers. Its half-life is approximately 30 minutes.

Because it is sensitive to heat, humidity, and light, it should be stored in a cool, dry place.

Which Supplements May be Combined with Alpha-Lipoic Acid?

Other antioxidants may be considered alongside alpha-lipoic acid, such as:

• N-Acetyl Cysteine, a precursor of glutathione.
• SOD-Gliadins Complex, a source of superoxide dismutase (SOD).