ALA=Alpha-lipoic acid........

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Alpha-Lipoic acid has been used to treat chronic hepatitis because it

relieves stress on the liver and helps it rid the body of toxins. It is the

standard treatment for Amanita poisoning (Amanita is a highly poisonous

mushroom). Alpha-Lipoic acid can help lessen the toxic effects of drugs used

during surgery and for pain control afterwards

NAC protects against the free radicals constantly being produced by cell

mitochondria, and has antiviral activity, which can reduce the frequency and

duration of infectious diseases.

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MORE ON ALPHA LIPOIC ACID

Speaking of detoxification, Alpha Lipoic Acid plays a significant

role in ridding the body of heavy metal toxins (mercury, arsenic, copper,

excess iron, cadmium, zinc, lead, etc.). Alpha Lipoic Acid does this

by chelation. The word “chelation†is derived from the Greek word

“chela,†which means “crab claw†or “grasping organ.†Certain

natural,

chelating agents have the ability to grasp and bind metallic substances,

neutralize them, and carry them to a place where they can be easily

secreted from the body.

Mercury, for example, is one of the most toxic metals and is present

everywhere in our environment. High levels of mercury are found in

much of our natural waters, soils, and even food supplies. The sources

of this heavy metal contamination are fabric softeners, printer inks,

dental fillings, house paints, common plastics, medications, wood

preservatives, etc. Mercury that accumulates in the body can cause

all sorts of havoc. Chronically-high levels of mercury are associated

with immunosuppression, neurological disease, environmental allergies,

arthritis, hair loss, muscle weakness, etc.

The good news? Alpha Lipoic Acid can help the body rid itself of toxic

metals through chelation. Members taking our Alpha Lipoic Acid have

reported noticing a “unique†smell to their urine or sweat after taking

Alpha

Lipoic Acid. One member used words like “skunk†and “plastic wrap†to

describe the smell, which abated after a few weeks of use. Just the body

doing its job once toxins were unlocked for secretion!

Don’t forget that Alpha Lipoic Acid is a fantastic antioxidant (fat- and

water-soluble) and supports blood sugar normalization (important for

diabetics).

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[Guest guest]

I know many people use ALA but I had severe

rashing to it. Also it has to be used cautiously

since it can bind to mercury and cause it to

recirculate in blood if not taken properly. It

doesn't always hold on to it until it exits body

so can redeposit mercury into brain or in worse

area than it was picked up. ALA is a tricky

supplement to use safely.

Here is what I found on ALA:

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)

Natural product category

Nutraceutical

What is this natural product used for?

This natural product is used to support

individuals with diabetes, those with nerve

damage from diabetes complications, and persons

with glaucoma. It has also been used to help

prevent glaucoma and certain nervous system

disorders, including stroke.

How does it work?

ALA is a fairly strong antioxidant. This means it

helps cells function effectively. ALA also helps

the body use insulin and sugar more effectively,

which may assist with blood sugar control.

How is it best taken?

Take this product with or without food. Take with

food if it causes an upset stomach.

Take this product with a full glass of water.

Take this product at a similar time every day.

Follow diet plan and exercise program as

recommended by healthcare provider if you have

diabetes.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.

Take a missed dose as soon as possible.

If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the

missed dose and return to your regular schedule.

Do not take a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this natural

product?

Check medicines and natural products with

healthcare provider. This natural product may not

mix well with other medicines or natural

products.

Use caution if you have diabetes. Talk with

healthcare provider.

Keep hard candies, liquid glucose, or milk on

hand for low blood sugars.

Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to

any medicines or natural products. Make sure to

tell about the allergy and how it affected you.

This includes telling about rash; hives; itching;

shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of

face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other

symptoms involved.

Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or

plan on getting pregnant.

Tell healthcare provider if you are

breast-feeding.

What are the possible side effects of this

natural product?

Rash. If it worsens or additional effects occur,

talk with healthcare provider.

What should I monitor?

Check blood sugar as directed by healthcare

provider.

Watch for low blood sugar. This can cause anger,

shaking, rapid heartbeats, confusion, and

sweating.

Any significant changes in skin (pigmentation,

color, rash).

Reasons to call healthcare provider

Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These

include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever;

itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits;

swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Changes in balance, feeling shaky or unsteady.

Changes in thinking clearly and logically.

Too tired or sleepy.

Passing out, fainting, dizziness, or

lightheadedness.

Severe nausea or vomiting.

Severe diarrhea.

--- LymeAngl@... wrote:

> Alpha-Lipoic acid has been used to treat

> chronic hepatitis because it

> relieves stress on the liver and helps it rid

> the body of toxins. It is the

> standard treatment for Amanita poisoning

> (Amanita is a highly poisonous

> mushroom). Alpha-Lipoic acid can help lessen

> the toxic effects of drugs used

> during surgery and for pain control afterwards

>

>

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--- bbw <barb1283@...> wrote:

> Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)

>

>

Make sure to

> tell about the allergy and how it affected you.

> This includes telling about rash; hives;

> itching;

> shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling

> of

> face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other

> symptoms involved.

> Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or

> plan on getting pregnant.

> Tell healthcare provider if you are

> breast-feeding.

> What are the possible side effects of this

> natural product?

> Rash. If it worsens or additional effects

> occur,

> talk with healthcare provider.

> What should I monitor?

> Check blood sugar as directed by healthcare

> provider.

> Watch for low blood sugar. This can cause

> anger,

> shaking, rapid heartbeats, confusion, and

> sweating.

> Any significant changes in skin (pigmentation,

> color, rash).

> Reasons to call healthcare provider

> Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These

> include wheezing; tightness in the chest;

> fever;

> itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits;

> swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

> Changes in balance, feeling shaky or unsteady.

> Changes in thinking clearly and logically.

> Too tired or sleepy.

> Passing out, fainting, dizziness, or

> lightheadedness.

> Severe nausea or vomiting.

> Severe diarrhea.

>

>

> --- LymeAngl@... wrote:

>

> > Alpha-Lipoic acid has been used to treat

> > chronic hepatitis because it

> > relieves stress on the liver and helps it rid

> > the body of toxins. It is the

> > standard treatment for Amanita poisoning

> > (Amanita is a highly poisonous

> > mushroom). Alpha-Lipoic acid can help lessen

> > the toxic effects of drugs used

> > during surgery and for pain control

> afterwards

> >

> >

>