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What it does
A combination of 2 label ingredients.
ALA
r-lipoic acidPremium
Studied for diabetic nerve symptoms, but longer-term trials suggest little or no symptom improvement.
Sodium
Form not confirmedGrade —
Supports normal fluid balance and muscle and nerve function; extra sodium is not universally beneficial.
Ingredients (1)
Nutrition
Calories, macros & sodium.
- Sodium14 mg
Other ingredients
Ascorbyl PalmitateAntioxidant
Fat-soluble form of vitamin C used as preservative
Hypoallergenic Plant FiberFiller
Plant-derived cellulose fiber used as a hypoallergenic filler, common in Thorne and Pure Encapsulations products
Sodium CarbonatesBuffering Agent
Alkaline buffering agents used to adjust pH and improve stability of supplement formulations
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.
Lab testing
How to take it
On an empty stomach
On the label
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
Labels usually say “with food” because it's gentler on the stomach, not because it absorbs better. Fasted absorbs more — start there, and switch to a light meal if it bothers you.
Price check
$100.20
$0.84 / serving
Pricier than 97% of 101 ALA supplements
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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.
Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.