May promote a healthy nervous system, memory and cardiovascular function. Alpha lipoic acid (ALA), known as the universal antioxidant, is present in almost all tissues of the body. It plays an important role in generating energy from food and oxygen in mitochondria (the power plants of cells). ALA is both water- and fat-soluble, meaning it can easily cross cell membranes, and may provide both interior and exterior cellular free radical protection. Acetyl L-carnitine (ALC) is the acetyl ester of the amino acid L-carnitine and is similar in form to the amino acid L-carnitine. It's absorbed into the bloodstream more efficiently than L-carnitine and passes more easily through cell membranes and is utilized more efficiently in the mitochondria of the cell. ALC assists in the transport of fat through the cell membrane and into the mitochondria of the cell, where fats are oxidized to produce the cellular energy ATP. ALC also promotes a healthy nervous system and supports memory.
Average Customer Rating:
4.2 out of 5
24 of 28 (86%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
"Therapeutic amounts of Alpha Lipoic Acid & Acetyl L Carnitine exploits their synergistic action, at an unbeatable price. A great component of a "getting older without getting old" program."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
It works,
June 22, 2008
By Chris461from North Carolina
"This supplement really works. In fact, I can only take it once in the AM, otherwise, I can't get to sleep. My thinking feels sharper and focused. I have tried other formulations that did not work. Now I know that all the hype about it is true. I am a very well informed consumer of supplements and spend thousands of dollars yearly on alternative medicine."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
instant heartburn,
June 4, 2008
By jwrightfrom raleigh
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"this product caused me instant heartburn. tried only taking 1 pill vs. recommended dosage and still had severe heartburn. would not recommend."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
I looked and looked,
May 10, 2008
By trader8from australia
Value:
5
out of 5
"I looked and looked for the best value for Alpha Lipoic Acid & Acetyl L-Carnitine all over the web and this is it.
Does it work better? Is it better quality? Those are questions I am certain a layman cannot answer so if go on my judgement of the company.
I will buy again from them...that's the highest compliment we can ever make"
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
No effect,
May 1, 2008
By Lottefrom Grass Valley, CA
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"This product did not do anything for me. I could not tell I was taking it. I took half the bottle and stopped because I was concerned about what, if anything, was happening to my body."
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
Changes in Quality,
March 3, 2008
By BVPEfrom San Diego
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"I had been taking this product for a couple of years & noticed it degraded into a yellowish color with swollen capsules after it had been opened awhile so in November I bought the 60 tab instead of the 240 tab bottle only to discover that all of the capsules were yellow & swollen upon opening which creeped me out. I stopped taking them & have not noticed any difference in my weight or health."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
NSI Alpha Lipoic Acid & Acetyl L-Carnitine,
January 21, 2008
By kpurfieldfrom Rocklin, CA
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I am very happy with the results from taking this product. My endurance during workouts has increased far more than I expected. I recommend this product to anyone who is looking to improve the performance of their heart muscle."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
It's OK I guess,
November 15, 2007
By Citation10Driverfrom Naples, FL
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Satisfaction:
3
out of 5
"I can't tell what this product is doing, nor do I feel any different."
Age:
65-74
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
"You know what's funny, I buy this stuff because a friend recommends it, or I really love the articles in the NSI booklet that comes with my orders. Then I go back to write a review and realize that exactly what it was supposed to do, it DOES! I have noticed a much more improved memory, and I'm only on my 2nd bottle, or is it my 3rd..? just kidding, second! Definitely recommended. Fair warning though, it has a very powerful odor when leaving the body!"
"Male in my late 40's and was having a tough time shaking an extra 10 pounds I have beeen carrying for a couple years. After three weeks of using Vitacost's ALA / Acetyl L Carnitine along with my regular exercise routine I am back to my optimal weight."
"I have been taking this for over a year, and I can still tell the difference when I do or don't take it. I take one in the morning and one at noon. If I take the second one in the evening, I have problems going to sleep at night. On a regular basis I do feel it helps keep my 50+ mind and body sharper and more energetic ."
Excellent quality for the price,
July 15, 2007
By Dispatch
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"Very good quality for the price, this is what initially brought me to vita-cost for my products. I no longer take this product because the Multi-Vitamin from Vita-cost already contains this product and combined with the other suppliments I currently take, gives me plenty of energy. For those looking just for Alpha Lipoic Acid and Acetyl L-Carnitine, you will unlikely find a better price for such a high quality product."
Very good purchase,
July 3, 2007
By Eddie8from Washington, Dc
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Why wait till I am elderly?"
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"I can't tell that this product does much good... I've been taking this one because the last one was too much and I was excreting far too much. This one seems to be fine if I take one a day, but I just don't know if it really works or not. I'll keep taking it and see if I notice an improvement in my brain function, though. I do remember incidents from my childhood more vividly, but short term still seems to be a little iffy... wait, what was I writing about, anyway? J/k... it could be doing more than I think it is."
