Lipoic acid is available as a dietary supplement without a prescription in the US
It is a synthetic tetrapeptide composed of alanine, glutamic acid, aspartic acid, and glycine (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly)
Energy and Vitality: By reducing oxidative damage, it helps promote sustained energy and reduces fatigue
However, there are several limitations with these studies like not involving many people, lack of proper groups for comparing, and hidden interests due to funding from pharmaceutical companies
There is a great deal of evidence that a major pathogenic role in oxidative stress is played by transition metals, such as iron, copper and zinc, which catalyzes oxidation reactions also in the brain and their imbalance was frequently detected in brain tissue of AD patients thereby representing an interesting therapeutic target in AD treatment (Gutteridge, 1994
Lightweight Texture: Its lightweight and non-greasy formula absorbs quickly into the skin, making it an ideal base for makeup or a refreshing daily moisturizer