LIPOIC ACID

The Metabolic Antioxidant

See also: Lipoic Acid Abstracts

LIPOIC ACID 100 mg (100 caps) $14.95

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: LIPOIC ACID contains 100 mg of the highest-quality alpha-lipoic acid (sometimes called DL thioctic acid).

NUTRITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS & APPLICATIONS: Lipoic acid is normally made in the human body, where it functions primarily as an important metabolic nutrient, especially in the conversion of pyruvic acid into acetyl-coenzyme A. It thereby plays a crucial role in the metabolism both of fats and carbohydrates into energy. Lipoic acid also functions as an extremely powerful antioxidant capable of trapping many different types of free radicals in the body. Because it is both water-soluble and fat-soluble, lipoic acid operates in a broader range of body tissues than most other antioxidants. Its small size allows lipoic acid to enter areas of the body not easily accessible to many other substances. This allows lipoic acid, for example, to enter the cell nucleus and prevent free-radical damage to DNA. Because it is such a powerful antioxidant, and can easily exist and function both in a reduced and an oxidized state, lipoic acid can protect other important antioxidants, including glutathione, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C. Lipoic acid also chelates heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, free iron, and free copper from the body. Lipoic acid is one of two nutrients (milk thistle extract is the other) known for protecting against mushroom poisoning. Because of its potent capabilities, lipoic acid has been used in many applications, including diabetes, cataracts, AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, detoxification, neurological function, cancer, heart disease, and liver disorders. For more information, see Lipoic Acid: the Metabolic Antioxidant by Richard Passwater, PhD.

COMPOSITION: 1 preservative-free gelatin capsule of Lipoic Acid provides the following percentage of the Daily Value:

DIRECTIONS: As a dietary supplement take 1 capsule daily with food, or as directed by a health care professional.

INGREDIENTS: Lipoic Acid contains the highest-quality alpha-lipoic acid, cellulose (flow agent), vegetable stearate, and gelatin (capsule).

Lipoic Acid does not contain wheat, rye, oats, corn, barley, gluten, soy, egg, dairy, sugar, yeast, sulfates, chlorides, wax, preservatives, colorings, or artificial flavorings.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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