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.
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 highly pure, 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 is 100% free of 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 racemic alpha lipoic acid, the additional processing steps required for the production of BioEnhanced® Na-RALA also ensure particularly thorough purification, resulting in a pure active ingredient without residues.
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 (120 R-lipoic acid per capsule) daily with 200ml water, at least 2 hours before mealtimes.
Do not exceed the recommended dose. Food supplements cannot replace a balanced and varied diet. Keep out of reach of children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Ingredients: RALA Sodium Salt (Bio Enhanced® R-Lipoic Acid), HPMC Capsule Shells
| Ingredients per Daily Dose (2 Capsules) | % NRV* | |
| Bio Enhanced® Na-RALA | 300mg | - |
| of which pure R-lipoic acid | 240mg | - |
* Nutrient Reference Value
Per capsule: 120mg R-lipoic acid
In total: 7,200mg R-lipoic acid / jar
| German Pharmaceutical Number (PZN) | 15210772 |
| Origin | High quality raw materials from certified manufacturers in the USA and Europe |
| Production | In-house production in Europe, bottling and encapsulation in the EU according to HACCP, GMP / ISO 22000:2018 standards Finished products packaged in amber glass jars, and stored in non-toxic containers Shipping in mineral oil-free boxes |
| Capsules | Plant-based cellulose (HPMC). Vegan Premium HPMC quality: 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 medicinal plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster and maintain 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; our focus is on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.
