Bioactive
Conventional synthetic alpha lipoic acid is racemic, meaning it consists of 50% natural R-alpha lipoic acid, like that found in plants, animals and the human body, and 50% unnatural S-alpha lipoic acid, which behaves like a mirror image of the former and would not exist if not for chemical synthesis. Due to the low melting point of lipoic acid crystals, solvent residues such as cyclohexane or ethyl acetate often remain from the manufacturing process. Our pure R-ALA does not contain any of the common contaminants found in solvent residues.
However, R-alpha lipoic acid is highly unstable and often begins to decompose into an insoluble polymer during the manufacturing process, which is why it seemed impossible for a long time to make pure, bioactive R-alpha lipoic acid available as a food supplement. However, in 2002, the American company GeroNova finally succeeded in producing a stabilised R-alpha lipoic acid in the form of sodium R-lipoate with the patented active ingredient BioEnhanced® Na-RALA. BioEnhanced® Na-RALA is 21 times more bioavailable than simple, unstabilised R-alpha lipoic acid, measured via maximum blood plasma concentration (Cmax) and barely contains any S-alpha lipoic acid. The sodium salt is also completely water-soluble, unlike the potassium salt (K-RALA), and therefore requires no excipients. In contrast to the production of R-alpha lipoic acid, the additional processing steps required for the production of BioEnhanced® Na-RALA also ensure particularly thorough purification, so that impurities in the final product are well below the legal maximum levels.
For the capsule shells we use custom-made HPMC capsules that, unlike most other HPMC and pullulan capsules on the market, are 100% free from controversial additives such as carrageenans and PEG. We then package this product in environmentally friendly amber glass.
Take 2 capsules daily (127mg R-alpha lipoic acid per capsule) half an hour before a meal or 3 hours after a meal with 200ml of water. In case of nausea, take with food.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Ingredients: Sodium R-Lipoate (Bio Enhanced® R-Alpha Lipoic Acid), Glazing Agent: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose.
| Nutrition Information per 2 Capsules | % NRV* | |
| Bio Enhanced® Na-RALA | 300mg | ** |
| of which pure R-alpha lipoic acid | 255mg | ** |
* Nutrient Reference Value
** no NRV established
| Origin | High-quality raw ingredients from certified producers in the USA and Europe. |
| Production | Bottling and encapsulation in the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards. In-house capsule production in Europe. High-quality custom production of liquid products and (functional) foods for sports and everyday use. Production of tablets by selected partners according to HACCP / GMP standards. Storage in amber glass or product-specific, food-safe containers according to EC 10/2011. Shipping in recycled boxes. |
| Capsules | Premium plant-based cellulose (HPMC): vegan & free from controversial additives such as carrageenans and PEG. |
| Packaging | Amber glass jar to protect against light and oxidation (free from plasticisers and BPA). |
| To Reuse | Remove product label by soaking the jar in warm water for 5 minutes. Glue residue can be removed with dish soap. |
The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.
