Alpha Lipoic Acid info. needed.....

Msbugg · 09-03-2003, 02:50 PM

I have been hearing alot about this supplement and it seems to have an excellent reputation for being almost a 'super' anti-oxidant. It enhances the anti-oxidant properties of A,E and C. Also promotes energy levels as well.

Has anyone used this and if so what for and what dosages?
Thanks...

roboto · 09-04-2003, 12:24 AM

aside from a great antioxidant, its supposed to be good for the liver. i use it with meals with carbs to shuttle them more efficiently into the bloodstream, rather than store it as far.

notice i said "more effiently", not totally. but wouldnt that be nice.

Msbugg · 09-04-2003, 10:52 AM

Thanks for the reply. Have you noticed any increase in energy?
And what dose do you use?

roboto · 09-04-2003, 12:05 PM

actually, it can make you lethargic, depending how insulin sensitive you are, but it has been know to increase energy. i would try a 100mg cap with a meal and see.

Msbugg · 09-04-2003, 01:45 PM

Lethargic? How could this be? I thought it was supposed to enhance energy by somehow properly utilizing the person's own flagging ability to do so.
I don't have diabetes or any sugar problems according to my labs done in February and never have had a problem.
Sorry for all the questions but I take quite a few supplements already and before I add another, just want to do my homework some. This is the best place to do that...