Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals R-ALA 60ct
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals R-ALA 60ct
R-ALA or R-Alpha-Lipoic-Acid is a naturally occuring compound which plays an important role in energy metabolism. This powerful antioxidant helps protect cells from damage caused by free radicals which may contribute to the aging process. R-ALA has a number of potential health beneftis including improving glucose metabilism, providing neuroprotection and having anti-inflammatory effects which could benefit overall health.
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals R-ALA 60ct Highlights & Benefits
- R-ALA Has Powerful Antioxidant Properties
- May Help Improve Glucose Metabolism
- Studies Suggest R-ALA May Have Neuroprotective Effects
- R-ALA May Have Anti-Inflammatory Effects Which Can Benefit Overall Health
- R-ALA Has Been Used to Treat Neuropathy in Germany
- May Help Manage Blood Sugar Levels
- May Have Anti-Aging Effects
When is the Best Time to Take R-ALA?
Several studies suggest R-ALA bioavailability is greatly reduced after food intake, therefore it's recommended to take R-ALA at least two hours after eating or 30 minutes before a meal.
What's the Difference Between R-ALA and ALA?
R-ALA is the form found naturally in the body where as S-ALA is a synthetic byproduct created during the production of ALA. When choosing a supplement R-ALA is superior as studies suggest the naturally occuring form is more bioavailable.
Directions
Take 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals R-ALA 60ct Ingredients
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 60
R-Lipoic Acid 250mg
*Daily Value Not Established
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Phosphatidylcholine 75%, Hydroxypropyl Beta Cyclodextrin (HPBCD), Sodium Caprate, Stearate Acid, Silica
Warnings & Side Effects
Store in a cool dry place after opening.
References
Salehi B, Berkay Yılmaz Y, Antika G, Boyunegmez Tumer T, Fawzi Mahomoodally M, Lobine D, Akram M, Riaz M, Capanoglu E, Sharopov F, Martins N, Cho WC, Sharifi-Rad J. Insights on the Use of α-Lipoic Acid for Therapeutic Purposes. Biomolecules. 2019 Aug 9;9(8):356. doi: 10.3390/biom9080356. PMID: 31405030; PMCID: PMC6723188.
