NOW Foods
NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg
85/100
SUPPIE SCORE
65/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
96/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg Do?
This NOW Foods product supplies 600 mg alpha lipoic acid per capsule plus small amounts of grape seed extract and Bioperine.
How does 600 mg of alpha lipoic acid compare to typical study doses for antioxidant support?
What is the purpose of adding grape seed extract and Bioperine to this ALA formula?
Are there any specific cautions for people taking diabetes medications with this product?
Chat with Suppie
What Are the Benefits of NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg?
Based on proven scientific research
Antioxidant SupportStrong
Nerve HealthModerate
Glucose MetabolismModerate
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of NOW Foods NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg — generally well-tolerated but may cause mild nausea or skin rash in sensitive individuals at this dose.
•Grape Seed Extract 30 mg and Bioperine 5 mg — low risk at stated amounts; Bioperine may increase absorption of other medications.
•Caution for adults only; consult physician if pregnant, nursing, taking insulin/anti-diabetes drugs, or have diabetes/thyroid disorder.
•Not manufactured with major allergens (wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut, sesame).
•Produced in GMP facility that processes allergens — potential trace cross-contact possible.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Hypromellose (cellulose capsule)
Low RiskCalcium laurate
Low RiskSilicon dioxide
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in NOW Foods NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg?
Alpha Lipoic Acid (Granules)
600 mg
Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (Standardized for Polyphenols)
30 mg
Black Pepper Fruit Extract (Bioperine®)
5 mg
Hypromellose (cellulose capsule)
Calcium Laurate
Silicon Dioxide
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg compare to the research.
•Alpha Lipoic Acid (Granules) — 600 mg; typical studied doses range 300-600 mg/day for neuropathy and metabolic support.
•Grape Seed Extract (standardized) — 30 mg; low dose relative to typical 100-300 mg extract used in polyphenol research.
•Black Pepper Fruit Extract (Bioperine®) — 5 mg; standard amount for piperine-based absorption enhancement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about NOW Foods NOW Alpha Lipoic Acid 600 mg