New Roots Herbal R+ Alpha Lipoic, 60 Capsules

R+ Alpha Lipoic Acid contains 150 mg of R(+)-alpha-Lipoic acid per capsule. Common alpha-lipoic acid supplements are a 50/50 mixture of the natural R‑lipoic acid and the synthetic S‑lipoic acid; these mixtures are called “racemic mixtures” or “racemates.” In some cases, S(–)‑lipoic acid is simply less effective than R(+)‑lipoic acid. But in other cases, the S form actually acts in opposition to the activity of R‑lipoic acid. Only the R(+) enantiomer exists in nature; it is an essential cofactor of four mitochondrial enzyme complexes, and the only form our bodies can synthesize.

Ingredients

Bulking agent: microcrystalline cellulose, R-alpha-lipoic acid (R‑(+)‑1,2‑dithiolane-3‑pentanoic acid), anticaking agents: magnesium salts of fatty acids and silicon dioxide, vegetable capsule (glazing agent: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose; purified water).

Directions For Use

Precautions

Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use this product if you are treated with hypoglycemic medication.