Super R-Lipoic
Acid
300 mg, 60 vegetarian capsules
Item No.
01208
Lipoic acid helps protect against oxidative
stress generated by high glucose levels. Alpha-lipoic acid
consists of two different forms (isomers) that have vastly
different properties. The “R” form is the biologically active
component (native to the body) that is responsible for lipoic
acid’s phenomenal antioxidant effect. The “S” form is produced
from chemical manufacture and is not very biologically active.
Typical alpha-lipoic acid supplements consist of the “R” and
“S” form in a 50/50 ratio. That means a 100 mg alpha-lipoic
acid supplement is providing 50 mg of the biologically active
“R” form.
The human body normally produces and uses
the “R” form of lipoic acid. This active form, R-lipoic acid,
significantly supports healthy inflammatory response, is a
potent free-radical scavenger and has been shown to be more
potent than the combined “R” and “S” forms that comprise most
alpha-lipoic acid supplements.
Life Extension is continually searching for
innovative nutritional technologies. Now, through dedicated
research and development, the discovery of a newer form of
R-lipoic acid is being seen as the “next-generation”
antioxidant powerhouse.
Life Extension’s Super R-Lipoic Acid has
demonstrated superior bioavailability, stability, and potency
for a variety of health benefits. This breakthrough converts
the biologically active “R” form of lipoic acid to
sodium-R-lipoic acid, which, in a recent human study achieved
10–30 times higher peak blood levels than pure R-lipoic acid.
Not
only does this newer lipoic acid formulation reach higher peak
blood levels, it also achieves them sooner, up to 12 times
faster than R-lipoic acid, ensuring rapid uptake from the
plasma into the tissues. A recent study showed that oral
ingestion of Super R-Lipoic Acid reached peak plasma
concentrations within just 10–20 minutes of supplementation.
Unlike other forms of lipoic acid, Super
R-Lipoic Acid is more stable in the body. The increased
stability of this enhanced formulation is the reason for its
greater absorption and bioavailability compared with R-lipoic
acid.
The superior antioxidant effects of
R-lipoic acid are already well known for supporting healthy
mitochondrial function. Now, Super R-Lipoic Acid provides even
more potent benefits for preserving youthful cellular energy
levels.
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Supplement Facts |
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Serving Size 1 vegetarian capsule
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Servings Per Container 60
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Serving |
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Sodium
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30 mg
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Bio-Enhanced® Stabilized Na-RALA sodium
R-lipoate (providing 240 mg of R-Lipoic acid)
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300 mg
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Other ingredients: rice flour, vegetable
cellulose (capsule), vegetable stearate.
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Contains rice.
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Bio-Enhanced® is a registered
trademark of Geronova Research, Inc.
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Dosage and Use |
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Take one to two capsules daily as tolerated,
or as recommended by a healthcare
practitioner.
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Take capsules at the same time, preferably on
an empty stomach.
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Suitable for vegetarians.
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Caution |
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If you are sensitive to changes in blood sugar
and/or being treated for diabetes with blood
sugar–lowering drugs, please consult with your
physician before supplementing with R-lipoic acid. In
this context, start with a low dose and assess for
effect. Inform your physician should you notice any
changes while taking this product.
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