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Ingredients (2)
Acetyl L-Carnitine HCl
100%Dose
500 mg
Target
500–2000 mg
Form
—
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
67%Dose
200 mg
Target
300–600 mg
Form
Budget
Other Ingredients (4)
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Lithothamnion CalcareaFiller
Calcified red seaweed used as a whole-food tablet base and natural calcium/magnesium source (common in food-based multivitamin lines)
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
Capsule ShellCapsule
Generic capsule shell where the label does not specify the material. Common materials are hypromellose (HPMC) for vegetarian capsules and gelatin for traditional capsules — both are GRAS-listed and safe. Fish gelatin and pullulan variants also exist.
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Absorption is modest either way; taking it with carbohydrate-containing meals improves uptake.
With food
ALA does better on an empty stomach, but something else in this bottle needs food. Taking the whole product with a meal is the better trade — an upset stomach is why most people stop.
On the label
Take 1-2 capsules a day with a meal. Do not exceed recommended daily intake. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.