Super R-Lipoic Acid from Life Extension contains 240 mg of stabilised R-lipoic acid per capsule, in the form of sodium R-lipoate (Na-RALA). R-lipoic acid is the naturally occurring form of alpha-lipoic acid, also known as ALA or thioctic acid. Life Extension has deliberately chosen a stabilised form of this substance for a food supplement with a simple formulation.
What is R-lipoic acid?
Alpha-lipoic acid is a sulphur-containing compound that occurs naturally in small amounts in the human body. It is also found in foods such as spinach, broccoli and offal. Lipoic acid exists in two mirror-image forms, known as R-lipoic acid and S-lipoic acid. The R-form is the form that occurs naturally in the body. Many traditional alpha-lipoic acid supplements contain a mixture of both forms, whereas Super R-Lipoic Acid contains only the R-form.
Stabilised R-lipoic acid with Na-RALA
What sets this formula apart is the use of sodium R-lipoate, also known as Na-RALA. This is a sodium salt of R-lipoic acid used to improve the substance's stability. Free R-lipoic acid is relatively sensitive to heat and can be unstable under certain conditions. Binding it to sodium creates a more stable form that is very well suited to use in food supplements.
Why Life Extension is a good fit for Morgen is Nu
Life Extension has been developing food supplements based on scientific research for more than 40 years. The brand pays close attention to its choice of ingredients, the compounds used and the quality of its formulas. With Super R-Lipoic Acid, Life Extension deliberately chooses a specific, stabilised form of R-lipoic acid. This attention to formulation and quality fits well with the approach at Morgen is Nu.
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Ingredients
Sodium R-lipoate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (plant-based capsule), magnesium salts of fatty acids (anti-caking agent), calcium silicate (anti-caking agent).
Nutritional values
Daily servings per pack: 60
| Composition per daily serving (1 capsule) | %RI* | |
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R-lipoic acid (stabilised Na-RALA sodium R-lipoate) |
240 mg | - |
* Reference intake
Label information
| Contents | 60 capsules |
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| Usage | Take one capsule daily. Do not exceed the recommended dose. |
| Storage advice | Store in a dry place, tightly closed and at room temperature. Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the reach of young children. |
| Producer | Life Extension |
| Distributor | Morgen is Nu BV, Daltonstraat 42, 3846 BX Harderwijk, The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | United States of America |
Extra information
A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. This food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. Consult your doctor, pharmacist or therapist before use if you are taking medication, have a medical condition, are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Experiencing side effects? Stop use, let us know and consult your doctor. Not suitable for children unless specifically stated.
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