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Alpha Lipoic Acid

• Pure alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) in high dose
• Removes the excess of free radicals
• Lowers the risk of neurodegenerative diseases
• Positive effect on mitochondria
• Supports healthy body aging
• Increases the sensitivity of tissues to insulin
• Improves energy-yelding metabolism
• Stabilizes glucose metabolism
• Regulates the lipids level in blood
• Eliminates diabetic complications
• Accelerates detoxification
• Heavy metal chelator

Doctor's Best Alpha Lipoic Acid is a dietary supplement with pure alpha-lipoic acid. Each capsule contains up to 300 mg of the active substance.

This supplement has an extremely strong antioxidant potential and presents very extensive pro-health activity. It is recommended to patients with insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome. It is also a great choice for athletes and people who want to slow down the aging. By strengthening the psychophysical condition, fighting chronic fatigue and adding vitality Doctor's Best Alpha Lipoic Acid works perfectly in periods of excessive physical and intellectual effort

Alpha-lipoic acid (thiooctanoic acid, ALA) belongs to the group of organic endogenous compounds and fatty acids are the substrate for its production. In terms of physicochemical properties, it is both hydrophilic and lipophilic substance, that means it dissolves equally well in water and in fats. This ability allows it to cross all biological barriers, including the blood – brain barrier.

Alpha-lipoic acid systematic activity is extremely wide. It is a cofactor for a large group of enzymes, participates in the process of generating energy and facilitates the elimination of heavy metals from the body.

Alpha-lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant. It deals effectively with many types of free radicals and reacts easily with hydroxyl and peroxide radicals. Alpha-lipoic acid strengthens the antioxidative barrier of the body and reduces the intensity of oxidative stress. It also reproduces the antioxidant potential of other antioxidants, especially vitamins C and E. It positively affects the glutathione activity - the most important endogenous antioxidant. Thanks to the ability of dissolving in water and fats it reaches the places in the body that are inaccessible to many other popular antioxidants.

Alpha-lipoic acid is an insulin mimetic and just like insulin, it activates glucose transporting proteins GLUT4, and enhances the activity of GLUT1. GLUT1 is an insulin-independent glucose transporter. As a result the glucose uptake by peripheral tissues is improved and glucose serum levels decrease naturally. Also, there is an increase in sensitivity of tissues to insulin. Alpha-lipoic acid is successfully used in prevention of diabetes type 2 and in insulin resistance treatment or metabolic syndrome.

Alpha-lipoic acid supports healthy body aging. In practice, it offsets the negative consequences of ageing process. The mechanism is closely connected with the functioning of mitochondria. It has been scientifically proved that their number and efficiency determine the aging rate and the changes occurring in the body as the time passes. ALA positively influences mitochondria, promotes their nourishment and regeneration. It also supports energetic changes that take place there.

Alpha-lipoic acid supports the nervous system. It strengthens memory and cognitive functions plus it reduces the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases. Alpha-lipoic acid acts directly in the central nervous system and uses several modes of action. As a powerful antioxidant it eliminates oxidative stress and removes the excess of free radicals that cause damage to neurons. In addition, it reduces the intensity of inflammation and inhibits protein glycation. Alpha-lipoic acid improves the synthesis of important neurotransmitters and positively affects nerve conduction.

Alpha-lipoic acid is a chelator. It is one of the main components of chelation protocols that are used to detoxify body from heavy metals. Thanks to its chemical structure and the sulphur present in its structure it easily binds to metals, creating chelates which are less toxic and much easier to excrete from the body. Alpha-lipoic acid helps to eliminate the most harmful metals like: lead, mercury, cadmium from the body.

Alpha-lipoic acid regulates the lipid profile. By improving lipid metabolism it reduces the risk of atherosclerosis and prevents cardiovascular diseases. Improved lipid metabolism promotes the reduction of triglycerides and cholesterol . It also facilitates the correct ratio of HDL to LDL.

Doctor's Best Alpha Lipoic Acid is a universal supplement with many health benefits. It promotes well-being and strengthens the psychophysical condition. It is especially recommended for people at risk of civilization diseases, but it is beneficial also for healthy people who are looking for a natural source of vital energy.