{"product_id":"vitals-r-alfaliponzuur-100-capsules","title":"Vitals R-alpha lipoic acid 100 Capsules","description":"\u003cb\u003eVitals R-alpha lipoic acid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Vitals R-alpha lipoic acid\u003cbr\u003e\r \u003cbr\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is a sulfur-containing fatty acid that occurs naturally in the human body. The substance has been known since the 1930s. In 1957, it was first isolated and given the name alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha-lipoic acid consists of a chain of eight carbon atoms, each with two sulfur atoms attached. The two sulfur atoms are connected to each other, creating a ring structure. This ring structure makes alpha-lipoic acid soluble in both fat and water, an important property. Alpha-lipoic acid is a molecule found in the mitochondria of every cell.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Sources \r \u003cbr\u003eOur bodies produce small amounts of R-alpha-lipoic acid. The R-form of alpha-lipoic acid is also found in small amounts in foods, such as liver, spinach, and broccoli. In food, alpha-lipoic acid is always bound to protein (specifically to the amino acid lysine). Before it can be absorbed, alpha-lipoic acid must first be separated from lysine. In supplements, alpha-lipoic acid is available in its free form (as a mixture of the R\/S form or as a pure R-form).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e R-form most effective\r \u003cbr\u003eThere are two forms of alpha-lipoic acid: R-alpha-lipoic acid (the natural, endogenous form) and S-alpha-lipoic acid (the synthetic form). Most products on the market are a mixture of these two. S-alpha-lipoic acid does not occur naturally and is foreign to the body, potentially making the R-form less effective. Therefore, a supplement consisting entirely of the natural R-form is preferred. The problem with R-alpha-lipoic acid, however, is that it is quite unstable and temperature-sensitive. Manufacturer GeroNova has therefore developed bio-enhanced sodium R-lipoate, in which R-alpha-lipoic acid is bound to the mineral sodium. This makes the R-form much more stable and has optimal bioavailability. As a result, lower doses of sodium R-lipoate are sufficient than with a supplement containing the mixture (usually 50% R- and 50% S-alpha-lipoic acid).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eCompound\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"2\" style=\"width:500px\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eComposition per 1 capsule (daily dose):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\t\t\t \u003ctd\u003eR-alpha lipoic acid (Bio-enhanced® sodium R-lipoate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Sodium R-lipoate is the biologically active and stabilized\u003cbr\u003e\n form of alpha-lipoic acid. Bio- \u003csup\u003eenhanced®\u003c\/sup\u003e is a registered\u003cbr\u003e\n trademark of GeroNova Research Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eIngredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Sodium R-lipoate, anti-caking agent (rice fibre), vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented cassava starch).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eUsage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Take 1-2 capsules per day on an empty stomach with water. If taking 2 capsules, spread them out throughout the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eStorage instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Store dry, closed and at room temperature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eManufacturer \/ Distributor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Vitals Nutritional Supplements,\n Reply number 894,\n 1500 VB Zaandam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This product is a dietary supplement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Do not exceed the recommended dosage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Keep out of reach of young children.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eStore in a dry, closed container at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Consult an expert before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, taking medication or illness.","brand":"Vitals","offers":[{"title":"100 Capsules","offer_id":56651724915033,"sku":"826759","price":42.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/4843\/6825\/files\/8716717002115_A1N1_1cc41fb4-56e8-4a56-a190-342a0586a1bf.png?v=1776424582","url":"https:\/\/cleanpharma.nl\/en\/products\/vitals-r-alfaliponzuur-100-capsules","provider":"CleanPharma","version":"1.0","type":"link"}