How does alpha-lipoic acid differ from ordinary antioxidants, and why do people choose it? — Alpha Lipoic Acid, 100 mg, 120 Capsules – Swanson

Most antioxidants work either in a water environment (for example, vitamin C) or in a fat environment (for example, vitamin E). According to the manufacturer's description, alpha-lipoic acid works in both water and fat environments, acts as an antioxidant and takes part in the body's metabolic processes.

One capsule contains 100 mg of alpha-lipoic acid; the other ingredients are excipients (microcrystalline cellulose, calcium laurate, silicon dioxide), and the capsule shell is gelatine. This makes such a single-ingredient supplement easy to combine with other vitamins and minerals as you see fit; if you take medicines or have a chronic condition, it is better to agree the regimen with a specialist.

Take 1 capsule 1–2 times a day, with water. Do not exceed the recommended daily amount. The supplement is not a substitute for a balanced diet and is not intended to treat or prevent diseases. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking it; do not use the supplement if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, or if the protective seal is damaged or missing.