Nature’s Field Alpha Lipoic Acid (200mg) helps to manage diabetes and the complications that come with it such as diabetic neuropathy (damage to the nerves caused by diabetes) by the action of its powerful antioxidant activity. It also breaks down glucose and amino acids and eliminates free radicals throughout the body.
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a compound naturally made in the body and is used to break down carbohydrates for energy. Although it is produced in the body, using an alpha lipoic acid supplement can increase the amount in the body and confer far-reaching benefits such as slowing down cellular damage, reducing inflammation, lowering blood sugar levels, aiding weight loss, improving skin health, etc. It also works in the body to restore levels of some essential vitamins such as vitamin E and vitamin C. It also aids the body digest and utilize carbohydrate molecules.ALA also aids in the relief of other complications and symptoms of type 2 diabetes such as cardiovascular problems, and eye-related disorders. These eye-related disorders include cataracts and glaucoma, pains, and swelling. Nature’sField Alpha Lipoic Acid can help improve insulin sensitivity. It can also also protect against metabolic syndrome ( a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and body weight).