Why Alpha Lipoic Acid?
Alpha lipoic acid is regarded by many as the “perfect” antioxidant. Scientists have known about alpha lipoic acid, a vitamin-like substance, since the 1930’s when it was isolated from potatoes. Alpha lipoic acid is a very small molecule that is efficiently absorbed and easily crosses cell membranes, quenching either water- or fat-soluble free radicals both inside the cell and outside in the intracellular spaces, extending the biochemical life of vitamin C and E as well as other antioxidants. Alpha lipoic acid is an approved drug in Germany, used for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy ( nerve disease ) for over 30 years. The value in diabetic neuropathy has been confirmed in several double-blind studies. In studies alpha-lipoic acid: • improves long term memory • prevents cataract formation • protects the liver • fights skin wrinkles Why Grape Seed Phytosome? Grape seed extract contains proanthocyanidins ( also referred to as procyanidins, OPCs, and PCOs )–one of the most beneficial
