A compound your cells already make, sold as an antioxidant.
Retina ClearIn plain words
ALA takes part in energy metabolism and dissolves in both water and fat, so it can act in many tissues.
Retina ClearWhat the evidence shows
Most research concerns diabetic nerve symptoms. A few small, older studies touched on glaucoma and other eye problems with early results.
In this capsule
It appears without an amount. Studies always quote a dose.
Watch-outs: May lower blood sugar. People using insulin or diabetes tablets should ask their prescriber and watch readings.
Common question
Does ALA change blood sugar?
It can, which is why anyone on diabetes medicine should ask first.