May promote a healthy nervous system, memory and cardiovascular function. Contains 200 mg of alpha lipoic acid and 500 mg of acetyl L-carnitine! Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a potent antioxidant present in almost all tissue 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:
4.5 out of 5
13 of 15 (87%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
get out your tums,
May 22, 2008
By toadhallfrom Santa Monica, CA
Value:
1
out of 5
Quality:
1
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"I gave this product a very negative review because it was a complete waste of money for me. this particular formulation upset my stomach to the point where I could not take it. But since I had already opened the product, I was stuck with it. I have no trouble with most supplements, so if you are thinking about using this one, start small so you won't end up throwing your money away like I did."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
Products always dependable,
December 18, 2007
By Memoryfrom NC
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Great product. Vitacost really gets it out quickly."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
Great product, excellent value!,
October 10, 2007
By Anonymous Reviewerfrom Detroit
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I recently read an article on things you can do to slow the aging process and one of the items was to take 2000 mg of Acetyl L-Carnitine and 800 mg of Alpha Lipoic Acid daily. I started searching health food stores for these items and could not believe the price, so expensive! I checked online and found this product, in the exact dosage I needed, (I take 4 capsules daily) for an amazingly low price. My energy level is increased, I feel great, and people can't believe it when I reveal my age! (41)"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
stored body fat and heart health,
September 16, 2007
By Catfancyfrom Wisconsin
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This combination energizes heart cells, normalizes blood sugar, helps with weight control and alpha lipoic acid is a universal anti-oxidant, boosting all other anti-oxidants. I've noticed an increase in energy and just generally feeling better."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
"I read all the articles on this combo and its very interesting and promsing. I have noticed increased concentration with use (about one month). I would recommend this product along with plain ACL--articles recommend effective dosage of 1000-2000 mg a day. I would not recommend that dose with this product because too much of alpha lopic acid can cause low blood sugar problems. But you can take one of these and one of plain ACL (from this site) and your done. I think this is the best product/value. Vitacost is the best in value!"
Average rating because I don't know what it's doin,
August 26, 2007
By nikim
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Satisfaction:
3
out of 5
"I have no idea if this is doing a thing for me. I've been taking it for about 3 to 4 years because I've read how terrific it is for you, but haven't a clue about how it is really working. Blind faith, I guess you could say."
Love It,
May 19, 2007
By bugsmanfrom Central Florida
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I'm 56 years old and I believe this product has helped me keep my youth and my health. No one ever believes my age and I don't believe I've been sick for a long time. No blood pressure or high cholestral problems ever."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
Best for the price,
May 6, 2007
By rivkafrom Aberdeen, WA
"We read about studies on Alpha Lipoic acid and L carnitine being given to mice and how it affected their brain function, activity level and longevity in an amazing way. Based on this study and the recommendation of many cutting edge anti-aging western medicine doctors, we felt we should be taking this and have done so for several years and feel it has helped us very much. Always looking for the best price on everything, I discovered Vitacost and started purchasing this combination and now many of my other supplements because the price is almost always lower than elsewhere in addition to the fact that Vitacost has provided excellent service."
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
