Liver Biome+ · 600+ studies
Liposomal Alpha-Lipoic Acid
A disulfide compound made in mitochondria that is both water- and fat-soluble — the reason it is often called the universal antioxidant. It participates in regenerating other antioxidants including vitamins C and E and glutathione.
The form we use
Liposomal alpha-lipoic acid, 100 mg
Alpha-lipoic acid is known for rapid clearance and variable oral exposure. A phospholipid carrier is used for the same reason as with the other lipophilic actives in the formula: to protect the payload through digestion, consistent with published liposomal-delivery pharmacokinetics.
Why this form
How the common forms compare
| Form | What published literature reports | In TruWe |
|---|---|---|
| Racemic alpha-lipoic acid | The mixed form used in the majority of the published human literature. | Used |
| R-lipoic acid (isolated) | The biologically active isomer; less stable in isolation and a smaller trial record. | Not used |
| Liposomal alpha-lipoic acid | Encapsulated delivery used to buffer the compound's rapid clearance profile. | Used |
Dose
Where it appears, and how much
Liver Biome+
100 mg
liposomal
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The evidence
What the research says
The 'universal antioxidant' — both water- and fat-soluble. Recycles vitamins C, E and glutathione.
Reference researcher: Prof. Lester Packer · UC Berkeley
- Alpha-lipoic acid as a biological antioxidant
Free Radical Biology & Medicine · 1995
- Alpha-lipoic acid as a dietary supplement: molecular mechanisms and therapeutic potential
Biochimica et Biophysica Acta · 2009
- Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) as a supplementation for weight loss: results from a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Obesity Reviews · 2017
Questions, answered
Liposomal Alpha-Lipoic Acid FAQ
- What does 'universal antioxidant' mean?
- It works in both water-based and fat-based environments in the cell, unlike antioxidants confined to one or the other.
- Does it interact with blood sugar?
- Alpha-lipoic acid has documented metabolic activity. If you take glucose-lowering medication, check with your doctor.
- Why 100 mg?
- It sits in a combination formula alongside NAC, silymarin and curcumin — the dose is set for the stack, not as a standalone high-dose ALA product.
- Best time to take it?
- Commonly taken with the daily Liver Biome+ serving; no separate timing is required.
Ingredient-level research is published on the individual actives and their delivery forms. It describes the ingredients, not a finished-product claim. These statements have not been evaluated by the FSSAI or FDA. This content is for information only and is not medical advice.
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