Wake Up World  April 14 2014

With diabetes, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders reaching epidemic proportions, natural remedies that combat these health concerns are in high demand. Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) can help with these pressing issues and more. This formidable antioxidant has also shown promise in curbing osteoporosis, reducing the damage caused by stroke, as well as preventing and treating Alzheimer’s disease.

A broad-spectrum wonder

In “Nutraceutical Update: Lipoic Acid,” Mark A. Mitchell, M.D., lists the following benefits of ALA:

– Reduces oxidative stress in the body via powerful antioxidant activity

– Improves several components of the metabolic syndrome, a combination of risk factors that increases one’s risk for diabetes

– Reduces blood pressure

– Reduces insulin resistance

– Improves the lipid profile

– Reduces weight

– Increases insulin sensitivity

– Improves diabetic neuropathy Continue reading →