R-Lipoic Acid, 50 mg, 60 Vegetable Capsules

R-Lipoic Acid supplement, highest quality
Review of benefits, side effects 

• More Potent Than Synthetic Alpha Lipoic Acid
• Doctor Formulated
• Dietary Supplement

Benefit and review
Natural R-alpha lipoic acid (R-ALA) is a powerful antioxidant that helps the body metabolize sugar properly. R-ALA is much more potent than commonly sold synthetic alpha lipoic acid. Also consider additional potent antioxidants such as carnosine, acetyl-L-carnitine, and acetylcysteine. These nutrients are found in a popular natural vision support formula called Eyesight Rx.

Why we suggest R-Lipoic supplement
At Physician Formulas we use the highest quality R-Alpha Lipoic Acid we can find. Most scientists believe R-Alpha Lipoic Acid is more potent (2 times on average) than commonly sold synthetic alpha lipoic acid which contains both the R and S forms. The S form is chemically the mirror image of the R form of lipoic acid and cannot be used by the body, hence it is not very useful. Thus, 50 mg of R-Lipoic Acid is, on average, equivalent to 100 mg of synthetic lipoic acid. Alpha lipoic acid is readily absorbed from the diet or as a supplement. *

Why limit to 50 mg?
Dr. Ray Sahelian, M.D., a world renowned nutritional expert, says, "Just because researchers use high doses of alpha lipoic acid for a brief period and find it generally safe does not mean these same high doses, such as 300 to 600 mg, will be safe when used daily for prolonged periods such as months or years. I do not feel comfortable recommending more than 50 mg of R-alpha lipoic acid on a regular basis unless closely monitored by a health care provider."

Suggested Use, dosage, how much to take
As a dietary supplement, take one capsule in the morning on an empty stomach or with breakfast as recommended by your health care provider. We suggest taking it no more than 3 or 4 times a week.