Oct 23 2024 13 mins
Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant that is produced naturally in our bodies, and it is often recommended by healthcare practitioners because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Extensive research has been done on the potential health benefits of alpha lipoic acid for various conditions, and the results suggest it could be beneficial for a wide range of people.
Today, I’m sharing what the research shows about alpha lipoic acid, how it can benefit thyroid health, food sources of alpha lipoic acid, and considerations for taking it as a supplement.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- Alpha lipoic acid as an antioxidant and its role in glucose metabolism
- Benefits for diabetics combating peripheral neuropathy
- Effects on neuroinflammation and cognitive function
- Potential effects of alpha lipoic acid on inflammation and weight loss
- Alpha lipoic acid's effectiveness in chelating heavy metals
- How alpha lipoic acid impacts thyroid health, especially for those with Hashimoto’s
- Effects of alpha lipoic acid on immune modulation
- Potential therapeutic effects for thyroid eye disease
- Combining alpha lipoic acid with exercise for improved insulin resistance
- Recommended dosages of alpha lipoic acid for various conditions
- Cautions and contraindications for taking alpha lipoic acid
- Food sources of alpha lipoic acid
As always, I hope you find this episode valuable, and I look forward to catching you in the next episode!
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