Alpha Lipoic Acid

Inhibit Aging with this Powerful Antioxidant!

Alpha Lipoic Acid is a sulfurous fatty acid that would have been classified as a Vitamin except for the fact that it can be synthesized within the human body.  Alpha Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant and is widely used in prevention of various diseases such as Age-Related Macular Degeneration.  Due to its antioxidant properties, Alpha Lipoic Acid can penetrate eye tissue and protect both the lens and the retina from degeneration.  Its main function is to increase production of glutathione, which helps dissolve toxic substances in the liver.  An antioxidant helps neutralize free radicals in our bodies and protects our cells from damage.  A free radical is an unstable molecule that tries to steal electrons from other molecules, thus causing damage.  Smoking, pollution, car exhaust, fried foods are some sources of free radicals.  Alpha Lipoic Acid can be found in foods such as meats, and veggies (i.e. spinach).  It is also easily absorbed into the blood stream, and it can also cross the blood brain barrier.  Alpha Lipoic Acid is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the body from oxidative damage related to aging and exercise.  Alpha Lipoic Acid supplementation can also support glucose uptake by the body's cells.*

Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits:

• Helps make vitamin C and E work better
• Normalizes blood sugar levels
• Is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals
• Is easily absorbed either from food eaten or from supplements
• Helps increase glutathione which helps with detoxification
• Helps protect the lens and retina of your eyes from degeneration & alleviate glaucoma
• Used to treat and detoxify the liver