NUTRACEUTICALS
Alpha-lipoic acid
Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant that supports cellular energy production.
Also known as: ALA (alpha-lipoic acid), lipoic acid, thioctic acid
At a glance
- Category
- Nutraceuticals
- In an apiece formula
- 300 mg a day (you can change it)
- Recommended intake
- No recommended intake (not an essential nutrient)
- Upper limit
- No established UL
- Studied for
- Healthy aging, Energy & vitality*
- Reference
- NIH NCCIH: Antioxidant Supplements
Who should be careful
Our safety rules leave alpha-lipoic acid out of a formula, or keep the amount lower, with:
Medicines and supplements
- Semaglutide
- Tirzepatide
- Liraglutide, retatrutide or another GLP-1
- Insulin
- SGLT2 inhibitor
- Sulfonylurea or meglitinide
- Other diabetes pills
- Chemotherapy or targeted cancer pills
- Radiation therapy
- Cancer immunotherapy
Health conditions
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes
Life stage
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Trying to conceive
Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Stay under the upper limit from all sources combined, including multivitamins.
Symptoms it’s studied for
Questions
How much alpha-lipoic acid a day?
apiece formulas usually include 300 mg a day. The recommended intake for adults is No recommended intake (not an essential nutrient). Upper limit: No established UL.
What is alpha-lipoic acid used for?
Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant that supports cellular energy production. In apiece it is part of formulas for Healthy aging, Energy & vitality.*
Who should be careful with alpha-lipoic acid?
apiece’s safety rules leave it out or limit it with: Semaglutide; Tirzepatide; Liraglutide, retatrutide or another GLP-1; Insulin; SGLT2 inhibitor; Sulfonylurea or meglitinide; Other diabetes pills; Chemotherapy or targeted cancer pills; Radiation therapy; Cancer immunotherapy and others. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if any apply to you.
Can I get alpha-lipoic acid in a personalized supplement?
Yes. apiece builds one daily blend around your goals and, if you have them, your lab results. Alpha-lipoic acid can be part of it at the amount listed, with every ingredient shown and never more than 10 capsules a day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This page is general information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Updated 2026-10-21.