{"product_id":"vitals-r-alfaliponzuur-100-capsules","title":"Vitals R-alpha-lipoic acid 100.00 Capsules","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eVitals R-alpha-lipoic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVitals R-alpha-lipoic acid\u003cbr\u003e\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, the substance was first isolated and given the name alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha-lipoic acid consists of a chain of eight carbon atoms, with two sulfur atoms attached to it. The two sulfur atoms are connected, forming a ring structure. Due to this ring structure, alpha-lipoic acid is 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\u003eSources\u003cbr\u003eOur body produces small amounts of R-alpha-lipoic acid itself. In addition, the R-form of alpha-lipoic acid is found in small amounts in food, for example in 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 detached from lysine. In supplements, alpha-lipoic acid occurs in its free form (as a mixture of the R\/S-form or as pure R-form).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eR-form most effective\u003cbr\u003eThere are two forms of alpha-lipoic acid, namely R-alpha-lipoic acid (the natural, body-own form) and S-alpha-lipoic acid (the synthetic form). Most products on the market are a mixed form of these two. S-alpha-lipoic acid does not occur in nature and is foreign to the body, and may make 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 this substance is quite unstable and temperature-sensitive. Producer GeroNova has therefore developed bio-enhanced sodium R-lipoate, in which R-alpha-lipoic acid is bound to the mineral sodium. This ensures that the R-form is much more stable and has optimal bioavailability. This means that sodium R-lipoate can be used at lower dosages than a supplement containing the mixed form (usually 50% R- and 50% S-alpha-lipoic acid).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"2\" style=\"width:500px\"\u003e\t\u003ctbody\u003e\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition per 1 capsule (daily dose):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eR-alpha-lipoic acid (Bio-enhanced® sodium R-lipoate)\u003c\/td\u003e\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSodium R-lipoate is the biologically active and stabilized\u003cbr\u003e\t\t\tform of alpha-lipoic acid. Bio-enhanced\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e is a registered\u003cbr\u003e\t\t\ttrademark of GeroNova Research Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSodium R-lipoate, anti-caking agent (rice fibers), vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented cassava starch).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e1-2 capsules daily. Take 1 capsule on an empty stomach with water. If taking 2 capsules, spread them throughout the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore dry, sealed, and at room temperature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsible for marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVitals BV\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is a dietary supplement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not exceed recommended dosage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep out of reach of young children.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore dry, sealed, and at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsult an expert before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, medication use, and illness.","brand":"Vitals","offers":[{"title":"100.00 Capsules","offer_id":63762848776522,"sku":"826759","price":40.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/5497\/7866\/files\/8716717002115_A1N1.png?v=1790852928","url":"https:\/\/ithomepharma.com\/en\/products\/vitals-r-alfaliponzuur-100-capsules","provider":"AtHomePharma","version":"1.0","type":"link"}