Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
- Emrah Özer
- Oct 2, 2023
- 2 min read

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a fatty acid that plays a role in energy metabolism in the cell and is soluble in both fat and water. However, both the oxidized form and reduced form of alpha lipoic acid show antioxidant activity.
Alpha lipoic acid, which plays a role in the process of converting carbohydrates into energy in the body, supports the regulation of blood sugar in diabetic patients and helps reduce the damage that sugar can cause to the liver, eyes and veins. It has also been associated with benefits such as reducing inflammation, slowing skin aging, and improving nerve function. Ultimately, alpha lipoic acid appears to be effective in preventing diabetes, glucose control, and preventing complications related to chronic hyperglycemia, such as neuropathy.
Not only healthy cells but also cancer cells use antioxidants. In fact, because cancer cells are more metabolically active, they produce more cellular waste and need antioxidants more. Therefore, taking antioxidants as supplements is a risky situation for cancer patients receiving active treatment. However, it can be used for the recovery of the body after the treatments are completed.
Glutathione cleans heavy metals and toxins from both the liver and our body. Since alpha lipoic acid is a fat-soluble antioxidant, it passes to the brain and purifies it from toxic substances and heavy metals. This may be very important in preventing diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, which may occur especially in older ages.
Glutathione and alpha lipoic acid increase each other's effectiveness when applied as serum. Thanks to this combined treatment, people's daily energy increases, chronic fatigue decreases, the immune system is strengthened. Additionally, with its anti-aging effect, cellular renewal is achieved and most importantly, our body's toxin load is reduced.
Glutathione and alpha lipoic acid support will be beneficial for those who want to keep their immunity strong, especially due to the recent coronavirus and seasonal infection factors.
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