Alpha-Lipoic Acid

High Research Quality

Description

Alpha-Lipoic Acid is a powerful antioxidant involved in energy metabolism and mitochondrial function.

Benefits

Evidence-supported benefits:

Effective in improving insulin sensitivity

Powerful antioxidant effects

Claimed benefits (insufficient evidence):

Improved energy metabolism (claimed)

Enhanced antioxidant protection (claimed)

Recommended Usage

300-600 mg daily.

Research Quality

4/5

Strong evidence from multiple high-quality studies.

Research Evidence

Improved insulin sensitivity with Alpha-Lipoic Acid1999

Ziegler D, et al.

Methodology

Randomized controlled trial

Participants

328 subjects

Key Outcomes

Showed improved insulin sensitivity

Ziegler et al. (1999). Diabetes Care

Antioxidant and mitochondrial benefits1995

Packer L, et al.

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Highlighted antioxidant and mitochondrial benefits

Packer et al. (1995). Free Radical Biology & Medicine

Metabolic and antioxidant effects of Alpha-Lipoic Acid2009

Shay KP, et al.

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Confirmed metabolic and antioxidant effects

Shay et al. (2009). Biochimica et Biophysica Acta

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare professional before taking any supplements, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications.