Brad Stanfield on Alpha Lipoic Acid
3 episodes · 30 references · 2021–2024
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Brad Stanfield has discussed Alpha Lipoic Acid on their podcast. Referenced across 3 episodes with 30 total references.
View full Alpha Lipoic Acid page with research, safety, and pricing →“ALA supplementation improved endothelial function and reduced inflammatory markers in patients with metabolic syndrome... this may suggest that ALA could help potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.”
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“Since ALA supports mitochondrial function, it may help to manage the symptoms [of mitochondrial disorders]... but the clinical data is sparse.”
Don't Take This Potent (But DAMAGING) Antioxidant
“It also helps to remove heavy metals from the bloodstream and it helps to regenerate other antioxidants such as glutathione and vitamin C and E.”
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“Alpha lipoic acid can possibly improve the eyesight for diabetics and may offer a very small decrease in blood sugar levels.”
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“A 2020 meta-analysis... found significant improvements in sperm parameters for men treated with ALA... by reducing oxidative stress in the testes, ALA might protect sperm cells from damage.”
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“The clinical guidelines often suggest that diabetics who are struggling with nerve pain might consider a trial of 600 mg of alpha-lipoic acid.”
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“If you're considering taking alpha-lipoic acid, it's crucial to choose a supplement that contains the R isomer.”
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“If my patients wanted to try alpha lipoic acid, I'd recommend to them to take the R version of alpha lipoic acid.”
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“Make sure to buy the R version because it's far more effectively absorbed, particularly if you take it on an empty stomach.”
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“Studies have reported a 40% increase in the absorption when alpha lipoic acid is taken in on an empty stomach.”
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“If we flood the body with antioxidants like ALA, we block these beneficial signals... the body doesn't get the wake-up call it needs to improve.”
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“For dementia and memory, there appears to be no benefit as per this two-year randomized controlled trial.”
Alpha Lipoic Acid – Potent (but DAMAGING) Antioxidant
“ALA can cause side effects like skin rash and nausea. Because it's an acid, it may also contribute to acid reflux and cause a strong odor in the urine.”
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“Alpha lipoic acid actually shortened lifespan in extremely old mice, which is similar to studies using other types of antioxidants.”
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“In people that are already healthy, by taking alpha lipoic acid we might be upsetting that balance and doing more harm than good.”
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) – Use With Caution!
“For otherwise healthy people who have already got that balance, alpha lipoic acid probably won't give any benefits and actually it may cause harm.”
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) – Use With Caution!
