Alpha-Lipoic Acid 300 mg — the Both-Worlds Antioxidant
Most antioxidants pick a side: vitamin C works in water, vitamin E works in fat. Alpha-lipoic acid works in both — which lets it operate everywhere in the cell, including inside mitochondria — and it recycles other spent antioxidants (C, E, glutathione) back into action. It also has a long research history in blood-sugar and nerve-comfort support.
Who I reach for it with: blood-sugar support protocols — ALA is among the best-studied nutrients for glucose metabolism; nerve-comfort cases, where the European research tradition is deepest; oxidative-load and liver-support work; mitochondrial-support stacks.
What makes it different: The 300 mg dose per capsule reaches research-relevant territory without megadosing, and Vital Nutrients' independent-lab testing is the reason practitioners carry the brand.
Protocol fit: Pairs with Glysen-Synergy in blood-sugar work and with the glutathione tools (AC-Glutathione, Tri-Fortify) — ALA literally regenerates glutathione, so they compound. CoQ10 completes the mitochondrial trio.
FAQ — With or without food? Empty stomach absorbs best; with food if it bothers your stomach.
FAQ — Can it lower blood sugar too much? Diabetics on medication should involve their prescriber — the glucose effect is real enough to matter.
Suggested Use: Take as directed by your healthcare professional. 60 capsules per bottle.
Selected by Dr. Lorn Allison, DN.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
