Promotes healthy cell function and may boost energy levels! How Does NSI® Alpha-Lipoic Acid work? Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) a nutrient present in every cell of the body, essential to chemical reactions which allow the body to produce energy. In addition to playing a crucial role in normal metabolism and energy production, Alpha Lipoic Acid also functions as a potent antioxidant that helps protect healthy cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. Besides protecting membranes, mitochondria (the energy-producing structures within cells) and cellular DNA, RLA work synergistically with vitamins C and E and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Because it's both fat and water soluble, ALA can neutralize free radicals in both the fatty and watery regions of cells (unlike vitamin C, which is only water soluble, and vitamin E, which is fat soluble). ALA may increase levels of glutathione in the body. Glutathione is an antioxidant that plays an important role in protecting the brain as well as visual health. ALA also promotes healthy blood glucose levels. By speeding the removal of glucose from the bloodstream (by enhancing insulin function), ALA may help reduce glucose tolerance and decrease insulin resistance. It may also restore glucose availability in tissues such as the skeletal muscle. There are several reasons you should supplement with ALA. First, the body produces barely enough of this nutrient to keep up with metabolic demands, and the amount decreases as you age. Second, ALA functions as an antioxidant only when it's present in excess. If you have only a small amount in your body, it will be used for energy production rather than antioxidant protection. Third, it may be difficult to obtain sufficient quantities of ALA through diet alone. We submitted popular alpha lipoic acid products for independent lab analysis. Check out the results here.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5 out of 5
14 of 15 (93%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Strange odor,
June 7, 2008
By Gregstarr1from Alpine, NJ
Value:
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Quality:
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Effectiveness:
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Satisfaction:
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"I initially received this item after my first order ran out. When I opened the bottle, it had a strange burnt smell. I was taking it for a few weeks but the scent was very disturbing to the point that I called up to inquire. I was sent a replacement and guess what, same problem??? The first batch no problem. The last 2, strange burnt odors??? If it was not so potent it wouldn't matter, but I really dispise the smell so much that I will probably stop taking it altogether."
Great Product,
November 21, 2007
By Nuclear687from Mission Viejo, CA
Value:
5
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Quality:
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Satisfaction:
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"This product is outstanding! It has been very beneficial in assisting with controling my blood sugar levels. It is also an excelent value!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
Great product, helps me alot.,
November 15, 2007
By grannygoodfrom Pennsylvania
Value:
5
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Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
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Satisfaction:
5
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"Before I started this product I was experiencing numbness in my feet due to nerve damage. I now have the relief I was looking for."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"Ive used this before but the last batch i got a few days ago the capsules are smaller, color a little more yellow, and it takes more to take care of the peripheral neuropathies, as an rph it seems that you are using a capsule that normally would be used for a 250 mg. instead of a 3 or 4oo mg . Its definatly not as potent, but the cost of this item is great. Ive used 100 mg s before the capsule size is similar."
