Alpha Lipoic Acid - Therapy
$150.00
Definition:
Alpha-lipoic acid is a naturally occurring compound involved in mitochondrial energy metabolism. It functions as a potent antioxidant, working in both water- and fat-soluble environments, which makes it unique among antioxidants.
Method of Administration
Primary Route: Intravenous (IV) infusion
This method provides high systemic absorption and rapid onset of action, allowing the compound to act quickly at the cellular level.Alternative Route: Oral administration
(Less effective compared to IV delivery.)
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)—also known as thioctic acid—is a naturally occurring fatty acid produced in small amounts by every cell in the body. One of its primary roles is to assist in the conversion of glucose (blood sugar) into energy, making it essential for healthy metabolic function.
Discovered over four decades ago to have potent antioxidant properties, ALA helps combat free radicals, the unstable molecules that contribute to cellular damage, aging, and disease.
Health Conditions Supported by ALA
While ALA is beneficial for general antioxidant support, research has shown it to be particularly helpful in managing and improving a range of chronic health conditions:
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), Coronary Heart Disease, Metabolic Syndrome (Elevated blood pressure, insulin resistance, and high cholesterol), Peripheral Neuropathy – Caused by diabetes, Lyme disease, alcoholism, thyroid dysfunction, shingles, or kidney failure, Diabetes – Improves glucose metabolism and enhances insulin sensitivity, LiverDisease, Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer – May improve long-term survival outcomes, Neurodegenerative Conditions – Aids in recovery after stroke and may support treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, Aging-Related Decline – Improves circulation, supports immune function, and boosts glutathione levels (a key detox and antioxidant molecule), Degenerative Diseases – Acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent, Eye Health – May help prevent or slow progression of glaucoma and cataracts
Dietary Sources vs. Therapeutic Doses
ALA is naturally present in small amounts in certain foods, including:
Spinach, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Peas, Potatoes, Rice bran, Brewer’s yeast, Organ meats (liver, kidney, heart)
However, the levels found in food are typically too low to deliver therapeutic benefits. Due to poor dietary habits, many individuals in Western countries may be deficient in this critical nutrient.