Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ultra-Lipoic Forte, Douglas Laboratories, 60 Capsules

Douglas Laboratories® Ultra-Lipoic Forte Capsules provide 1000mg of pure Alpha Lipoic Acid per serving. Alpha Lipoic Acid is a non-vitamin coenzyme that performs important metabolic and antioxidant functions in the body.

Alpha-lipoic acid is a nutritional coenzyme that is involved in the energy metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, and plays a special role in removing glucose from the blood. It is also able to scavenge a number of free radicals. As a fat-soluble and water-soluble sulfur-containing coenzyme, alpha-lipoic acid functions in the body as part of several multi-enzyme complexes located in the mitochondria. Alpha Lipoic Acid is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats and for converting their energy into ATP. Two of these enzyme complexes, pyruvate dehydrogenase (PD) and alpha-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase (KHD), are part of the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle) and as such play a central role in overall energy production. Another enzyme complex containing lipoic acid, branched chain keto acid dehydrogenase (BCKADH), is involved in energy production from branched chain amino acids, leucine, isoleucine, and valine. A related metabolic function of alpha lipoic acid is its role in removing glucose from the blood. This important coenzyme appears to be required for the normal transport of blood glucose into the cell. This may be explained by its functions in glucose-metabolizing enzymes, PD and alpha-CGD, but some researchers suspect a more direct role in cellular uptake of glucose by the cell membrane. In addition, alpha lipoic acid can regenerate glutathione.

However, the specific actions of alpha-lipoic acid in terms of free radical scavenging, metal chelation and antioxidant regeneration have only recently been investigated. The cells and tissues of the body are constantly threatened by damage caused by toxic free radicals and reactive oxygen species (eg, peroxides) that form during normal oxygen metabolism, as well as toxic agents in the environment. Free radicals, when they are formed, are capable of disrupting the metabolic function and structure of cells. When this happens, additional free radicals are generated, which in turn can lead to cellular dysfunction.

Alpha lipoic acid is unique because it is soluble in both water and lipids. This allows you to neutralize free radicals almost everywhere in the body. inside and outside the cells. Due to its unique sulfur structure, alpha lipoic acid can scavenge several types of free radicals such as highly reactive hydroxyl and singlet oxygen free radicals. It is also able to suppress the formation of free radicals, as alpha lipoic acid chelates transition metals such as iron and copper. Alpha lipoic acid is involved in many different antioxidant functions in virtually every tissue in the body.

Ultra-Lipoic Forte may be a useful supplement for people who need additional lipoic acid.

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Suggested Use:

Adults, as a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules daily or as directed by a physician.

Other ingredients:

Cellulose, stearic acid, silicon dioxide and magnesium stearate.

This product is Free of: yeast, wheat, gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial colors, preservatives or flavors.

Warnings:

Keep in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. Sealed with a security seal.