Solgar Alpha Lipoic Acid 120mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 120mg of alpha-lipoic acid per phytocapsule. Alpha-lipoic acid is a fatty acid that exists naturally in the human body, which produces small amounts on its own. The package contains 60 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who have already chosen alpha-lipoic acid and are looking for a pure, mono-ingredient formula in a 120mg dose, without unnecessary additives. The capsule shell is plant-based and the product is declared vegan, kosher, and halal.
Most molecules studied for antioxidant activity are either water-soluble, like vitamin C, or fat-soluble, like vitamin E. Alpha-lipoic acid is one of the few substances that dissolve in both environments, both in the aqueous environment of the cell and in lipid tissues and cell membranes. This dual solubility is the reason why it has been the subject of extensive research for decades.
In metabolism, lipoic acid acts as a cofactor in mitochondrial enzyme complexes that participate in energy production. The body synthesizes it in small amounts and also acquires it from foods such as green leafy vegetables, broccoli, and potatoes, although the amounts in food are limited. The above describes what the substance is and where it is found, and does not constitute an effect claim.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the company describes the following points:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. Alpha-lipoic acid does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA and remains a subject of research.
This is a mono-ingredient formula. There are no vitamins or minerals in the composition, so there is no approved health claim accompanying the product. What is written here describes the form, dose, and composition.
The dose of 120mg per phytocapsule places it in the medium to high range of alpha-lipoic acid supplements on the market, with one intake per day. The phytocapsule form is often chosen over the tablet because it requires fewer compression excipients, and here the list is limited to three. The product is declared sugar-free, starch-free, yeast-free, wheat-free, soy-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, preservative-free, sweetener-free, artificial fragrance-free, and color-free.
It suits adults who have been informed about alpha-lipoic acid and want a specific dose on a daily basis. It suits those who follow a vegan diet and are looking for a product with a plant capsule shell and kosher and halal certifications. It is also an option for people who already take other supplements and prefer mono-ingredient formulations, so they can control exactly what they are taking, as well as for those who want the reassurance of a brand with a long presence in the market.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis, examination, or treatment, nor does it replace medication prescribed to you.
Main ingredients: Per 1 phytocapsule, Alpha-Lipoic Acid 120mg.
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable stearate magnesium).
Free from: Sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial fragrances or colors. Vegan, kosher, halal.
Form: Phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: Taken as a dietary supplement for adults, one (1) phytocapsule per day, preferably with a meal.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 60 phytocapsule package is sufficient for 60 days, i.e., two months of continuous use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy, lactation, or under medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed by people taking antidiabetic medication, who should inform their treating physician before starting. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
Each phytocapsule contains 120mg of alpha-lipoic acid. The recommended intake is one phytocapsule per day.
No. Solgar's reference to vitamins C and E describes their biochemical relationship with lipoic acid within the body. The product composition includes only alpha-lipoic acid as the active ingredient.
Solgar's guideline suggests taking it preferably with a meal, so a full stomach is the recommended option.
Exactly two months, with one phytocapsule per day from the 60 contained in the jar.
Yes. The product is declared vegan, with a plant capsule shell, and also carries kosher and halal certifications.
Because alpha-lipoic acid does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA. European legislation allows us to describe what the substance is and what the dose is, not to promise an effect.
Its dual solubility in water and fat, making it an unusual molecule, combined with the fact that it is offered here by itself, without being accompanied by other actives that would alter the dose.
* Alpha-lipoic acid does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The references to benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment, or cure of a human disease.
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Main ingredients: Per 1 phytocapsule, Alpha-Lipoic Acid 120mg.
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable stearate magnesium).
Free from: Sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, dairy, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial fragrances or colors. Vegan, kosher, halal.
Form: Phytocapsules.
Recommended dosage: Taken as a dietary supplement for adults, one (1) phytocapsule per day, preferably with a meal.
With one phytocapsule per day, the 60 phytocapsule package is sufficient for 60 days, i.e., two months of continuous use. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy, lactation, or under medication, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Special care is needed by people taking antidiabetic medication, who should inform their treating physician before starting. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
