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  • Опубликовано: 8 фев 2022
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits - Avoid The Scams - If you're suffering with Peripheral Neuropathy and have questions or concerns, visit www.Nuphoria.com or contact Dr. Coppola or Dr. Monteiro at: Message Center: bit.ly/Contact-Nuphoria
    or Call Toll Free (USA) 844-400-0101
    Resources:
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    Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits - Avoid The Scams
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    There’s more emerging news every day about the amazing health benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid and it’s backed up by clinical studies. Benefits like:
    - Nerve pain reduction
    - Nerve regeneration
    - Decrease in elevated glucose levels
    - Improvement in insulin sensitivity
    - Reduction of elevated cholesterol
    - And it may even promote weight loss
    So, it’s no wonder that people are rushing out to buy this amazing antioxidant. But beware of the Alpha Lipoic Acid SCAM!
    Did you know there are 3 different forms of this antioxidant, but Only One Form has all of these amazing properties. Most supplement companies will sell you the wrong form, which isn’t effective, simply because it’s much cheaper for them to manufacture and they get a bigger profit margin.
    So, Which form of Alpha Lipoic Acid or ALA do you need and Are you buying the correct one?
    Alpha Lipoic Acid exists in THREE DIFFERENT FORMS but only One Form is EFFECTIVE.
    The only form that is EFFECTIVE is ‘R’-Alpha Lipoic Acid.
    This form is biologically active and exists in the natural form you find in your body or in food. This is the exact type of ALA that our body makes and requires.
    It’s twice as potent as S-Alpha Lipoic Acid or RS-Alpha Lipoic Acid
    And it’s both water and fat-soluble. This means that it can get into any and all cells, unlike other antioxidants like vitamin E, which can only get into fat-soluble cells, or vitamin C, which can only get into water-soluble cells.
    R- Alpha Lipoic Acid is the only form of that anyone should take. Otherwise, you’re just wasting your money. To get the correct R-ALA, visit our website at: bit.ly/Nuphoria-Gold
    #NEUROPATHY
    #NERVETREATMENT
    #THENERVEDOCTORS
    San Antonio Neuropathy Center
    Dr. Monteiro and Dr. Coppola are the founders of the San Antonio Neuropathy Center where they’ve been helping people recover from neuropathy for over 18 years. Their services have been sought after from people throughout the United States and Internationally. Their unique approach is drug-free, non-surgical and helps relieve neuropathy symptoms while restoring function and repairing damaged nerves.
    NUPHORIA cm
    Dr. Coppola and Dr Monteiro also developed a neuropathy product line called NUPHORIA cm designed specifically to help their patients recover faster from neuropathy. Once available only to their patients within their clinic, NUHORIA cm is now available to the public at:
    www.Nuphoria.com
    Defeat Neuropathy Now … In Spite of Your Doctor
    Dr. Monteiro and Dr. Coppola are the co-authors of the book Defeat Neuropathy Now … In Spite of Your Doctor. This book gives the reader an “Eye-Opening” look into why medications and traditional therapies leave most neuropathy sufferers stuck in misery without hope. This book is a survival manual for anyone suffering with neuropathy dispelling myths and outlining proven treatments based on the most current research on reversing neuropathy. Get your copy today at:
    healmynerves.com/collections/...
    Disclaimer:
    Dr. Coppola and Dr. Monteiro are both Doctors of Chiropractic. Dr. Coppola graduated in 1996 from Parker Chiropractic College and Dr. Monteiro graduated from National Chiropractic College in 1992. The use of “doctor” or “Dr.” solely refers to that degree.
    This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, diagnosis, treatment or recommendation from your treating physician. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Coppola or Dr. Monteiro and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Nerves Can Heal
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Комментарии • 3,2 тыс.

  • @Screenwriting
    @Screenwriting 2 года назад +542

    Four months after a two month stint in the hospital with covid and a twice collapsed lung I had pain in my heart (or heart area) when I breathed in deeply. The pain wasn't lessening at all with time. My doctor gave me an IV of Alpha Lipoic Acid and I swear to god 90% of the pain was gone by that evening. Then the following week I got another IV and the pain was 99% gone. After the third IV the pain was completely gone and hasn't come back and that was a couple of months ago. I'm a believer. My doctors all believed that I was suffering from nerve damaged from the emergency chest tube that they put between my ribs and that my heart wasn't involved.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  2 года назад +108

      That's fantastic. I'm so happy that you were in a hospital that was that progressive and offered ALA IV infusions. Most don't. So happy to hear that you're on the road to recovery.

    • @Screenwriting
      @Screenwriting 2 года назад +83

      @@NerveDoctors Actually, the IV was done by my functional medicine doctor. She tried to get the hospital to give me various IVs like Vitamin C while I was there and she had a very hard time of it.

    • @Crypto-D
      @Crypto-D 2 года назад +20

      @D S can my primary care doctor give me this IV?

    • @Crypto-D
      @Crypto-D 2 года назад +7

      @D S can my primary care doctor give me this IV?

    • @shaunty4207
      @shaunty4207 2 года назад +22

      Yeah, they usually look at whatever is most convenient for them to say whether it is accurate or not. And they follow each other like lemmings so have to hope the first one got lucky and got it right. Good luck with every thing.

  • @nyc_ghost3662
    @nyc_ghost3662 2 месяца назад +23

    I have been buying and supplementing with alpha lipoic acid since 2005. This is the first time these different forms of ALA have come to my attention. Better late than never.

    • @kathyverrelli5170
      @kathyverrelli5170 Месяц назад +1

      I went to 5 stores to find R-ALA and not a single one referenced the letters S, SR or R, so I would say the manufactures are hiding something from us by not properly disclosing what is actually in their products.

  • @sustainablelife1st
    @sustainablelife1st 10 месяцев назад +6

    R and S forms refers to the chirality of the molecule. R= rectus (right handed), S = sinsiter (left handed). R and S are both synthetic when mass produced for supplements. S is a biproduct of the production. Racemic mixtures (50/50, R/S) are then processed to separate the 2 enantiomers. R is the biologically acitve and natrually produced form. For supplements, R and S are both produced synthetically, then separated. S does not stand for synthetic. But it's an easy way to remember, for non chemists.

  • @thecoach11
    @thecoach11 7 месяцев назад +6

    This channel is life and has the best information on this topic online hands down

  • @suecarolburton1481
    @suecarolburton1481 Год назад +3

    I found you two days ago. You are a answer to prayer. Thank God and thank you.💞

  • @tielroxy3445
    @tielroxy3445 Год назад +203

    Six months ago I found this video. I found to be very informative and I bought ALA from Amazon. It took some time to heal my nerves just like you said in video. Today after following your protocol I am at 98% recovered from neuropathy. The nerves damage I had was from a fall by accident in my back yard. I like to thank you so much for your efforts in putting out this videos and sharing your knowledge with people. Very grateful.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +19

      WOO HOO! WAY TO GO, TIEL. So happy that you took a proactive approach to your health and look how it paid off. You should be extremely proud of yourself. Blessings.

    • @williamhoeweler8259
      @williamhoeweler8259 Год назад +18

      Tiel Roxy you can also take unfortified nutritional yeast and get your B vitamins over time will heal the mylan sheath covering it does work well it did for me

    • @kuljim2602
      @kuljim2602 Год назад +6

      Were you using the Nuphoria-Gold that the good doctors are marketing?

    • @Bibledefender4u
      @Bibledefender4u Год назад +8

      That is wonderful what name brand did you get off of Amazon?

    • @Malia777
      @Malia777 Год назад +10

      @@kuljim2602 Yes, I did it for 6 Months and I am very happy with the results. Just like she said in the video, it takes time it will not happen in a week or two,but I felt the progress in my hand than in my fingers.

  • @aminahpd
    @aminahpd 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks Doctor. I just found out about this stuff from Dr. Allen last night. I would’ve went straight to Amazon to get anything. Then you showed up in my recommendations this morning with a whole lecture on the right kind. I appreciate you. Saved me time and money. I will buy the one from the link you provided in your description.

  • @rkardos4220
    @rkardos4220 6 месяцев назад +8

    Thanks for bringing this to light as I'm now aware that I've been duped....again.

  • @lavondenson9272
    @lavondenson9272 Год назад +241

    One thing I love about this doctor is, she responds to her followers. We greatly appreciate it 💪💞

  • @Nrustica
    @Nrustica 3 месяца назад +37

    Notice the information she is ommitting, DOSAGE AMOUNT which ranges BETWEEN 600-1800MG per day. She's directly selling HER expensive supplement. Cheaper versions like nutricost work equally well, Try it for 3 weeks and see for yourself. You're welcome.

  • @jeffstieren4474
    @jeffstieren4474 6 месяцев назад +2

    I had no clue that there is a difference. I truly thank you for the information. I need to get your book.

  • @patriciaharrison4258
    @patriciaharrison4258 8 месяцев назад +4

    Thank you for a very educational video. I've learned more from this video than the years of seeing the neurologist.

  • @BenjaminGonzalez-wv3cy
    @BenjaminGonzalez-wv3cy 5 месяцев назад +5

    I have suffered from feet nerve damage for years, and this educational information has been an eye opener. Thank you love!

  • @peterbedford2610
    @peterbedford2610 5 месяцев назад +6

    It has really improved my neuropathy in my feet after just a week of 600mg/day

  • @janetc5417
    @janetc5417 7 месяцев назад +1

    I'm just seeing this because I've been researching neuropathy pain in my husband's feet since his DX od Rhabdomylosis last June. They put him on Gabapentin and although it seems to help his pain, I don't want him on it long term after watching your video about how it can cause neuropathy as well! I am glad you have a link to purchase this product because I can't find it in my own research. Thank you for all this information you provide free of charge. God bless you.

  • @kmcmahan1243
    @kmcmahan1243 11 месяцев назад

    thank you for the informative video, I had no idea and was using the wrong product. I have now ordered your product and I've subscribed. Most people aren't aware of the differences.

  • @larryowusu1261
    @larryowusu1261 Год назад +14

    Thanks very much Dr, that's great information for some of us. I learnt of ALA only yesterday and it's effectiveness in helping with periphery nerve repair but never the difference. Now I know what to get when I go to the pharmacy. Bless you.

  • @Tacoman1967
    @Tacoman1967 Год назад +61

    I've taken ALA and I can tell you it works. My vision improves every time I take it.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +2

      Happy holidays, Brian. Thank you so much for sharing this information. Have a blessed and joyous holiday!!

    • @Grunt16Hard
      @Grunt16Hard 3 месяца назад +6

      Please, Sir, what brand do you use? I'm on chemo and hear this may help.

    • @patriotares
      @patriotares 3 месяца назад +2

      What's the brand you use?

    • @dd87127
      @dd87127 2 месяца назад +2

      I like when you ask brand..nobody responds!!​@patriotares

  • @Deepu-vd7so
    @Deepu-vd7so Год назад +1

    Very very good information, which I didn't know. Thanks. Started learning a lot from your previous videos.

  • @JGdec7
    @JGdec7 6 месяцев назад

    I had never heard what you just said in the video. Many thanks for this information. Jacquelyn

  • @loristrachan8633
    @loristrachan8633 9 месяцев назад +8

    My heart-felt gratitude for watching this video before I opened my first purchase of ALA (from a reputable Australian brand) only to find that the active ingredients did not state "R" on the ingredient list.
    Luckily, I kept the receipt and did not open. So, I ventured onto Amazon to purchase your brand "Nuphoria" only to find that it is completely sold out. There is another brand I will research before I buy. (Jarrow)
    Thank you so much for caring enough to enlighten us poor sufferers - Life's tough enough having to deal with the pain let alone unwittigly giving money to unscrupulous shysters for nothing!!

  • @grantconnolly8917
    @grantconnolly8917 Год назад +3

    Wow!! I’ve learnt something today! Thankyou for your Honesty and Sincerity! Very much appreciated Hallelujah 🙏

  • @southernjoes8372
    @southernjoes8372 6 месяцев назад +1

    Just found your channel a couple months ago. I bought your Nuphoria Max Strength. Excellent product. I personally like the fact there aren’t a lot of filler ingredients, you get a good B vitamin RDA and most importantly it actually works. Not the cheapest but the results are priceless. Thank you

  • @mr.janhe_10
    @mr.janhe_10 9 месяцев назад +2

    I was about to buy ALA not knowing there's a huge difference between R ALA and S ALA. Thanks so much for saving us from those pharmaceutical predators. Blessings!

  • @deboraharendse7310
    @deboraharendse7310 Год назад +56

    😮Thank you so much for educating us. I really didn't know that R Lipoic Acid is the real deal. Appreciate you so much. We need more Doc's like you.

  • @armi4276
    @armi4276 8 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you Doctor. I learned a lot from you. More than 10 years ago, I had a flu that lasted for more than two weeks and self medicated with antibiotic. I lost all my muscles and was diagnosed with Miller Fisher Syndrome which was treated with 5 nights of Immunoglobulin vaccine thru IV. My neuro doctor explained that my own immune system attacked my nerves instead of attacking the virus. The sheet that covers my nerves was damaged by my own immune system. I think I have an autoimmune disorder.

  • @stevenarrington1707
    @stevenarrington1707 7 месяцев назад

    Very smart and informative. God Bless you for speaking the truth. As I am dealing with neuropathy now, and have recently heard of ALA , I am now more educated...thank you.

  • @yoneekscott3136
    @yoneekscott3136 7 месяцев назад +2

    Excellent job explaining this to us. Thank you so much!

  • @perpetualprosperity2963
    @perpetualprosperity2963 10 месяцев назад +13

    Thank You Doctor for making me educated in this path of self study, self-awareness & self help.

    • @loristrachan8633
      @loristrachan8633 9 месяцев назад

      You go lovely!! Stay as stress free as you can and embrace your healing journey with self love. (I do this and believe we are led by our guiding spirit) X

  • @HyacinthSankey
    @HyacinthSankey 10 месяцев назад +3

    I’ve been doing a lot of research recently and learned that the R Alpha Lipoic Acid is the authentic form . I’m impressed with your videos. Thank you.😢

  • @donnap.c.886
    @donnap.c.886 Год назад

    Did not know any of this information at all! I am so extremely happy and grateful to have stumbled onto this video!
    Thank You and God bless you!!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад

      Hi, Donna P.C. I'm so glad the video was helpful! Thank you so much for watching!

  • @freedomhigh2160
    @freedomhigh2160 9 месяцев назад +1

    I did not know this helpful information. I have a bottle and am going to check it as soon as I can. Thank you so much for this as I am having nerve issues and want to heal and feel better.

  • @bfreeinjesus2323
    @bfreeinjesus2323 8 месяцев назад +7

    Thanks Doc for educating us on the scams! I am more educated now and will avoid those synthetic scammers! Nice Work!

  • @michellebaxter3481
    @michellebaxter3481 11 месяцев назад +56

    Thank you for taking the time to educate those of us who really could use some help with our discomfort!! Bless you.

  • @user-rf2gg4lw6x
    @user-rf2gg4lw6x 7 месяцев назад +2

    Thanks for being straight and informative. 😊

  • @toto6257
    @toto6257 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks very much for the important and detailed info that I have been looking for.

  • @GoldmanSachs7
    @GoldmanSachs7 Год назад +16

    Your Vlogs are brilliant, for one you give crystal clear researched run downs am particularly on peripheral Neuropathy, and above all you are not an alarmist trying to sell something amid fear and confusion. This information about different types of ALA was godsend, as I had a hit a road block in the treatment of PN using ALA that was clearly not the R form of ALA. So thank you once again and I am now your viewer for good🙏🙏

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +1

      Thank you for sharing your kind words, Asim. Blessings.

    • @LisaOlivaresMcVey
      @LisaOlivaresMcVey 4 месяца назад

      Will R ALA help with back pain caused by spinal stenosis etc.? I've had many injections and an ablation that left a huge dent in my hip area. They said the nerves will grow back but I don't think they have. Why don't doctors ever mention natural supplements like you have? It's always about keeping the patient “sick” and the money made from that. I bought what you suggested for my husband who has post-hermetic neuralgia from shingles. His doctor thought it was cancer! I cannot wait to see how he does. I also ordered him L-lysine, olive leaf extract, Vit B complex, Vit D. It's a horrible pain. I even researched the New England Journal of medicine and they are “ trying” to find a cure for various types of pain. Not one word about anything natural! Somehow I'm not surprised. God bless you and your family! Thank you!

  • @gloriaandrews2681
    @gloriaandrews2681 6 месяцев назад +4

    My uncle leg is turning black from nerves..i m glad i saw this video because i started giving him ala with no R..his foot doctor is no helping him 😢 thank you for helping us..i will give and update❤

  • @wahidbux3650
    @wahidbux3650 26 дней назад

    Wow! Thank you for awareness. Though I have been suffering with transverse myelitis since last 4 years and hoping to get good news.

  • @inshafinshaf9334
    @inshafinshaf9334 5 месяцев назад

    It's a great job educating the needs u deserve good health and wealth

  • @wiltagraham4278
    @wiltagraham4278 Год назад +26

    I guess we can’t get away from the money grubbers who don’t care if you get better or not , just spend your money on junk. Thank you for your honest information.👍🙌keep up the good work

    • @RigidRecords69
      @RigidRecords69 4 дня назад

      it is a shame something so beneficial is so expensive. This is the work of the devil and i'm not even religious.

  • @speedy00soul
    @speedy00soul Год назад +93

    Hi Doc. I just found you on YT. All I can say is WOW!!!. The way you explain, illustrate and break down things. Amazing. Thank you.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +6

      Awww! Thank you so very much. I'm so glad you find it helpful. Let me know if you have any questions. We're very happy to give guidance. Blessings.

    • @eltonwelsby787
      @eltonwelsby787 Год назад

      ​@The Nerve Doctors - Neuropathy Pain Treatment what is the name of the product you recommend please?

  • @joseejaja279
    @joseejaja279 Год назад

    Wonderful presentation, very informative. Thank you so much.

  • @AbrarHussain-ps2tq
    @AbrarHussain-ps2tq 5 месяцев назад

    A very comprehensive and detail information shared by you , i like your video and i need your book to read for nueropathy relieve

  • @user-rk9gd2kn8x
    @user-rk9gd2kn8x Год назад +8

    I was amazed when i watched this video. Have been taking ALA for months now NOT FEELING DIFFERENT AT ALL. I suffer from very bad CRPS in my right knee which has caused me a great deal of neuropathy pain IM ACTUALLY FIGHTING FOR MY LIFE RIGHTNOW im ordering your product immediatly THANK YOU

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад

      Good morning. I'm so glad our video helped you. If you need more guidance, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're happy to help get you on the right path. Blessings.

  • @peggentle6882
    @peggentle6882 Год назад +134

    I learned about ALA just recently and was just about ready to order it from Amazon. I have neuropathy in both feet. I noticed in researching the products on Amazon that there were R-ALA, S-ALA, and RS-ALA and was very confused about that. SO, thank you for such a detailed explanation about which product is the best. I am thankful I came across your video before I put in my order. Blessings!!!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +9

      Well put!

    • @VG-rj8pn
      @VG-rj8pn 8 месяцев назад +5

      Thanks for explaining the difference...geeze

    • @usereEyez6208
      @usereEyez6208 8 месяцев назад +9

      Ahhh!Ty,Ty I literally just learned of this from Dr.Mandela on You Tube and was just about to order,and then your video popped up.Look at God.❤

    • @bobtillman5769
      @bobtillman5769 8 месяцев назад +9

      @@NerveDoctors Can you recommend a good brand of R ALA? I'm trying to order online and I can' see the ingredients.

    • @luvwings
      @luvwings 7 месяцев назад

      @@bobtillman5769 I’ve been taking Life extension brand for many years. I’ve had severe PN from chemo for years. Recently I found out I was low on B12 so starting that I’m even better.

  • @drsjwhitman45
    @drsjwhitman45 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you very much. Reading a therapeutic Proposal from clinic in Ecuador. Now I can go back to the doctor and discuss your information and the proposal before making a decision. Suffer from post surgery on disk between C4-C5 vertebra. The post nerve pain and weakening of my right shoulder and arm, are barely tolerable 2 years later.

  • @francaprice4630
    @francaprice4630 Месяц назад

    Thank you for your presentation and I did know about the difference, but it is great to have it all confirmed. Thank you

  • @joycecardozo3035
    @joycecardozo3035 Год назад +35

    You are a LIFE SAVER!! We need more doctors like you!! Keep up the good work and GOD BLESS YOU AND YR FAMILY!!!!

  • @raymondmichielinijr5490
    @raymondmichielinijr5490 Год назад +95

    Thanks for the education! We need more people like you .

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +3

      Thank you so much, Raymond. We enjoy making a difference. Blessings.

    • @stevensilver6298
      @stevensilver6298 Год назад +1

      Dr. Eric Berg on RUclips.

  • @dudneycastello3159
    @dudneycastello3159 Месяц назад

    I didn't know. Thank you for your hard work and for making us aware.

  • @shareeharms5421
    @shareeharms5421 Год назад +2

    Thank you Dr. Monteiro for the information- I have post Herpatic Neuralgia on my hand ( bad pain). I received my Gold Nupphoria today!! So happy. This along with intensive ATP and Acupuncture is sure to help me get back to normal! Thank you for the insight and the shipment - 2 month supply😀

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +2

      Hi, Sharee Harms. I am so glad to hear that! We look forward to hearing from you and helping you on your journey!😊

  • @alansmart3808
    @alansmart3808 Год назад +7

    Thank you for your video. I started taking ALA based on another RUclips channel promoting the benefits or ALA, but there was never any mention that there were two types of ALA on the market, R-ALA and S-ALA. So, being naïve, I went out and bought the cheapest version there was which was RS-ALA. I'm finishing up the first bottle now and had ordered another bottle to continue on, thinking that it might take several months to be able to see a difference. Thanks to your video I now know that I have been wasting my money, and I returned the other bottle I had bought too. Now on the hunt for the R-ALA, (Real-Alpha Lipoic Acid).

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +1

      Hi Alan Smart,
      I'm glad you found our video informative. We do not carry a stand-alone R-ALA supplement. Because, in our vast experience we've found that when a person has moderate to severe PN or if they've had it for longer than 2 years, R-ALA, by itself won't get them across the finish line. So, we created our nerve support formula with the proper amount of R-ALA (600 mg) along with all of the other critical nutrients for the nerves as outlined in clinical studies. You can find our formula, Nuphoria cm gold and its listed ingredients at healmynerves.com/collections/our-products/products/nuphoria-cm-maximum-strength?
      If you'd like to learn more about the critical nutrients for nerve repair, watch this video: • Vital nutrients for nerve repair: ruclips.net/video/wPruq49-ksU/видео.html

  • @thesiren821
    @thesiren821 Год назад +50

    Well done and thank you for telling us this important information. Most people have no idea about chirality and the R and S structural configurations of groups of molecules in organic chemistry. It's the difference between a biologically active and an inactive product.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +3

      That is correct. Thank you so much for acknowledging that. Blessings.

    • @shailendraTiwaribhopal
      @shailendraTiwaribhopal Год назад +3

      Please tell us where we can get it from.food and quantities of food

  • @kathleenspence3978
    @kathleenspence3978 Год назад

    Sad to say I did not know but I suspected it. Thank for bringing this to light.

  • @JuliePeterson-12345
    @JuliePeterson-12345 Год назад +1

    I just found your channel and can’t tell you how much I’ve learned so far! Thank you so very much for sharing this amazing information!🙏

  • @EuphroseneLabon
    @EuphroseneLabon 11 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you for a very informative video clip. (And you got to the point quickly which is always a blessing!)
    I unfortunately did buy ALA R+S (without seeing this first), for possible insulin sensitivity - and will have no problem dumping them if there is no obvious benefit.
    So surely the manufacturers must provide some benefits or they'd only have single non-repeated orders?

  • @timothywyatt406
    @timothywyatt406 Год назад +25

    Thank you for this. A RUclips doctor that I recently learned about ALA From actually suggested a product that is the rs type. I’m very thankful I came across your video prior to purchasing. I’m 62 and the myopathy in my feet started after a severe case of covid in 2021 and has gradually gotten worse.

    • @protectorofthetruth8472
      @protectorofthetruth8472 Год назад +4

      Did you happen to take antibiotics while on Covid? It's possible the Antibiotics left you wiht Nerve Damage. If so what antibiotics did you consume?

    • @timothywyatt406
      @timothywyatt406 Год назад +1

      @@protectorofthetruth8472 no I did not and do not use pharmaceuticals of any kind and I haven’t been to a doctor for twenty years.

    • @kouten07
      @kouten07 Год назад

      I think multi prescriptions and increasing strengths of anti biotic may have caused my neuropathy symptoms. They were necessary to stop cellulitis - stop infection spreading to my blood or bones, so I am thankful the treatment succeeded. @@protectorofthetruth8472 I

    • @nisha5168
      @nisha5168 11 месяцев назад +1

      Interesting. My dad's neuropathy started after he got the booster. He can barely lift his arms now.

    • @loristrachan8633
      @loristrachan8633 9 месяцев назад +2

      My neuropathy originated from contracting a mosquito borne virus which triggered Epstein Barr Virus. Then I contracted Covid in early 2020 (loss of taste/smell) which I am sure made my pain worse. However, the pain has lessened due to my changing jobs. (I sit at a desk now) .. Every evening I do Yin Yoga & eat a very clean diet. I have good days and bad days depending on my stress levels. Also, look into Qigong. That has an amazing effect on healing the body too.

  • @Sunshine33333
    @Sunshine33333 4 месяца назад

    I am so glad to have found your channel, my husband has been struggling with PN for so long and we are shocked at how little his doctors actually know, my husband is on not one but four of the bad drugs you talk about, those being cymbalta, lorazepam, amitriptyline and lyrica, UGH! His doctors told him these would help him with the pain. Now, he wants to get off of them. I just looked at the ALA bottle and there is no R, so upset, just more money wasted. Thank you for all of your help, we are binge watching your videos, God bless you for your help with this.

  • @annbrazzel418
    @annbrazzel418 10 месяцев назад

    Thank You for this Great explanation! I didn't know there was different forms. Great info!

  • @samueljameswallace752
    @samueljameswallace752 3 месяца назад +3

    The old adage. You get ehat you pay for. Thank you Doctor.I was just about to order when I saw your article. You have saved me from buying the wrong product. Thank you

  • @impossibleescapega
    @impossibleescapega 2 года назад +8

    Thanks for the great info. Never knew there was a difference

    • @RealEstateClasses
      @RealEstateClasses 2 года назад +3

      And worse that there are companies trying to fool people :(

  • @patriciagarrity1434
    @patriciagarrity1434 Год назад

    7/3/2023 - WOW. I have not been getting the right R-ALA over many years. My Dr couldn't recommend 1 way back when so I have been stupid. Thanks soooo soooo much.

  • @anne-mariethibert3991
    @anne-mariethibert3991 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you, I am suffering so much and will give this a try!

  • @KIREGREBRON
    @KIREGREBRON 9 месяцев назад +7

    I had yet to learn about this! But recently, I read in a doctoral thesis that when you gave alpha lipoic acid (it didn't mention anything about R-, S- or RS ALA) to a group of patients in a dose of 600 mg daily, they recovered within three months from their dilemma. But now that I have listened to this video, I realize how important it is to choose the non-synthetic tablet, which was probably meant in the experiment I referred to above. I have suffered from what I initially called Morton's syndrome, which may actually be neuropathy, although a recent blood test shows that I do not have diabetes. When I thought I had neuropathy, I bought alpha lipoic acid tablets (without an R in front of ALA), and they have made no difference either, which is explained by your explanation. Outstanding presentation and analysis, for which I thank you very much! ❤🙏
    PS I saw another article that mentioned that they also tried giving 600 mg of R ALA to patients suffering from Alzheimer's. However, I don't know how the tests turned out, as I didn't get access to the site, which I don't want to pay for (I'm just an ordinary but curious person!) DS

    • @tracyreddy1085
      @tracyreddy1085 7 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you so much for the advice I'm in a lot of pain from my going downy legs burning feet numbness tingling pins and needles

    • @mohdnomannoman6922
      @mohdnomannoman6922 5 месяцев назад

      Did you found any relieve with this Alpha Lipoic Acid ?​@@tracyreddy1085

  • @silvanaldobezerra
    @silvanaldobezerra Год назад +161

    Thanks! I did a lot of research and this is the most complete video I could find about alpha lipoic acid. And it's the only video I found that differentiates between the types of alpha lipoic acids that exist and teaches how to recognize the ideal. Thank you one more time!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +9

      Good morning, Silvanaldo. You are so very welcome. So glad it was especially useful. That truly makes us happy. Have a great weekend!

    • @lisafigueroa7433
      @lisafigueroa7433 Год назад +8

      Great I just bought what doesn’t work

    • @josefschiltz2192
      @josefschiltz2192 Год назад

      @@NerveDoctors I knew, thank goodness. The companies that sell the useless form are criminal and should be held accountable. Plain and simply fraudulent.

    • @plaziesmith9348
      @plaziesmith9348 Год назад +4

      @@lisafigueroa7433 same here

    • @charliemccoy2422
      @charliemccoy2422 Год назад

      @@plaziesmith9348go

  • @eleanorchesser2675
    @eleanorchesser2675 Год назад

    So glad to have seen this video. Learned so much from it. I ordered the the R- Alpha Lipoic Acid from them, but haven’t received it yet. So I can’t tell you what it’s like till then. They seem to be very very good. Hope it arrives soon.

  • @user-oq7ck8rj3m
    @user-oq7ck8rj3m Год назад +1

    Thank you for the thorough teaching on the proper form of ALA….. and that the other forms simply don’t work. It’s sad that there are so many incomplete teachings on the proper form of nutrients by supposedly qualified people. It pays to do your research

  • @Scarlet99977
    @Scarlet99977 6 месяцев назад +28

    Dr. Monteiro, I am obviously not the only one who deems you to be a most concerned and benevolent doctor, who cares about the quality of your work and how you relay the topics to your public. We love and appreciate you.

    • @wastedwishes7350
      @wastedwishes7350 5 месяцев назад +1

      She's got you fooled!

    • @glendachedick1951
      @glendachedick1951 4 месяца назад

      I bought NA-R alpha lipolic acid 600mg from Immunovites. Is this the R you recommended?
      Thank you

  • @illuminouz5032
    @illuminouz5032 9 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! I did not know this. Thank you so much for the clarification.

  • @shadrackollennu1199
    @shadrackollennu1199 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for all your help and may God bless you 🙏

  • @debbysmith3003
    @debbysmith3003 Год назад +8

    I was in a bad ATV accident on 3/5. I had a concussion and a deep gash in my scalp that required 6 staples which is healing well. Blessedly, I had no broken bones. However, I have deep internal bruising and now I have stabbing pain as my nerves are "waking up", even in my ears. Even my hair follicles hurt! I believe your video is a timely godsend! I need to order your brand of R- alpha lipoic acid and also take the Benfotiamine form of vitamin B-1. God bless you and thank you for your videos!!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +2

      Keeping you covered in prayer and wishing you a complete and speedy recovery. Blessings.

    • @debbysmith3003
      @debbysmith3003 Год назад

      @@NerveDoctors God bless you!!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад

      Thank you so much.

    • @Cantthinkofahandle117
      @Cantthinkofahandle117 11 месяцев назад +2

      Make sure they take a good look at your spine. Thirty years ago I hit something in a field that sent me off the front of a Banshee topped out, somewhere around 60-70mph. I only remember shifting in to 6th... and then ambulance lights. I broke the face guard on my helmet. I had a concussion, a small chunk of flesh missing from my leg, broken and dislocated collar bone. What I just found out 2 years ago is that I have a spinal compression injury between my shoulder blades. It's really been wreaking havoc on me for the last few years. I have no money or insurance so I can't do anything about it. Had I known about the injury then, or even 5 years ago when I still had insurance, it could have been fixed.

    • @user-qh1rm6ws2r
      @user-qh1rm6ws2r 10 месяцев назад

      This response is meant to the person before me (F@Cantthinkofahandle117 ?)
      My heart goes out to you. I am praying 🙏 for you - May the Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord, be gracious to you....!!! He sees you, He knows He will provide all your needs!! ..... 🙏♥️✝️ 10:26 10:26 10:26 10:26 10:26

  • @blackcrystalball1
    @blackcrystalball1 Год назад +7

    I have been a little confused why ALA helped me greatly with my inflammation in the past, but now (using a different brand) it makes my inflammation worse. Thank you.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +2

      So sorry that you're experiencing this. My guess is the new brand probably isn't the same quality as possibly the old brand. A good quality brand of R-ALA I recommend is: Immunovites. Here's the link: amzn.to/3OY5IPC

  • @Goodshaft
    @Goodshaft Год назад +1

    THANK YOU Doctor for the wonderful Information on this subject, VERY helpful on buying ALA.........God Bless !

  • @ruthbaker4562
    @ruthbaker4562 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for caring and sharing! God bless you ❤

  • @thehillbillychickenranch
    @thehillbillychickenranch Год назад +4

    Thank you for clarifying this issue. I will be looking for the R-Alpha Lipoic Acid, in the future. I am very grateful for stumbling across your video.

  • @annadelamere342
    @annadelamere342 Год назад +3

    I was diagnosed with Sural neuropathy about 10 years ago and was told there is no cure. It started in my little toe and slowly spread to both feet. Not sure if Sural neuropathy is the same as peripheral neuropathy. I am taking most of the supplements you recommend. I noticed it got worse after having the covid vaccines and i have been so scared of it getting to the point of losing my independence so am very grateful to find your videos. I am not so scared now that i can see there is hope for healing. Thankyou so much for the work you do to help all of us who can't rely on our GP's. Your guidance is so very appreciated.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +1

      As long as the sural nerve does not have an active compression on it, this should help

    • @annadelamere342
      @annadelamere342 7 месяцев назад

      @@NerveDoctorsHi Dr Monteiro, how will i know if the sural nerve has an active compression on it and what is the difference between Sural Neuropathy and Peripheral Neuropathy? I would really value your knowledge on this.

  • @suzannefronzaglio2427
    @suzannefronzaglio2427 9 месяцев назад +1

    Wow, I'm so glad I stumbled on to this video! Thanks so much for clarifying this info on alpha lipoic acid. I didn't know this before.

  • @CeeSparks
    @CeeSparks Год назад

    I was just made aware of the super vitamin c for nerves, inflammation, and collagen making...and here this pops up. I have had tingling and numbness in hands, legs, arms, ..I'm not diabetic have near perfect labwork, yet suffer with either a pinched nerve or nerve damage. I will try this . Thank you Ms. Lady!

  • @kellytazoh-pb6wt
    @kellytazoh-pb6wt Год назад +17

    I've Being having peripheral nerve pain with edema for about 2years now, and then recently I decided to go see a doctor after the symptoms became worse.I was prescribed amitriptyline to which I took to no effect, then just today I was prescribed pregaballin for the pain .Before taking the drugs I did some online research and I found that this drug has so many bad reviews and somehow I stumbled on this video and I'm so happy I did,I love how you simplified everything and made it so easy to understand, I will be getting the R ALA for my nerve pain for sure.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +2

      Hi Kelly. I'm so glad you found our channel. Let me guide you. Based on the little bit you described, you are going to need more than just R-ALA. You will need all of the other critical nutrients for nerve repair. Watch these 2 videos where I cover this:
      ruclips.net/video/wPruq49-ksU/видео.html
      ruclips.net/video/dKMPMPJM4JY/видео.html
      Blessings.

    • @wilsonpereiradr
      @wilsonpereiradr Год назад

      I can assure you Pregabalin is the worse most evil drug that I ever have taken and I have take a lot. It affected so much my cognition that some people thought I was getting dementia . I was living in a kind of parallel reality, my short term memory completely gone. Avoid it at all costs.

  • @kozmizm
    @kozmizm 4 месяца назад +19

    Thank you for being straight with us and not sugar coating it. You called it a scam, and it is. I'm having such difficulty finding a good one to purchase, because te powers that be want us ill and dumbed down

    • @debbielanning5021
      @debbielanning5021 2 месяца назад +2

      I had a hard time finding R-ALA too. I found one at Super Supplements (Vitamin Shoppe). Life Extension brand "Super R-Lipoic Acid 240 mg, and yes, like she said it was near $50! But if it works, it's worth it!

  • @geoffreyharvey3521
    @geoffreyharvey3521 10 месяцев назад

    great video really helps you choose the a-l-a that really works,thanks.

  • @eunicedavis6250
    @eunicedavis6250 7 месяцев назад

    Great information about alpha Lipoic Acid. Was not aware of the differences in labeling. Will have to carefully read the label on the bottles now.

  • @tinam2696
    @tinam2696 Год назад +3

    I really enjoy your videos (liked/subscribed). I DO have diabetes, but wonder, are these supplement helpful for those of us that have suffered a stroke?

    • @tinam2696
      @tinam2696 Год назад

      Thanks for the reply.

  • @obiwan8824
    @obiwan8824 Год назад +45

    Great information, I did not know the difference - I got rid of my Type 2 diabetes over 10 years ago from Doctor Fung and the neuropathy is just about gone ... you are a true blessing... thank you

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +4

      You are so welcome and CONGRATULATIONS! Job well done young 'Sky Walker'.

    • @DMWB57
      @DMWB57 Год назад +4

      Dr Fung saved my life. He is awesome!!!

    • @annahlivingstone7834
      @annahlivingstone7834 Год назад +1

      What did you use to get rid of it?

    • @VivianaPerez-dh2xg
      @VivianaPerez-dh2xg 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@DMWB57 where is Dr. Fung located?

    • @cynthiashores57
      @cynthiashores57 10 месяцев назад +4

      I believe Dr. Fung is based in Canada. He has many videos on RUclips and his book(s) are sold in bookstores, Amazon, etc.

  • @davevarga
    @davevarga Год назад

    Thank you for this video! I have never heard this helpful information anywhere before!

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад

      dave varga So glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @olivier-pierredebelmont.3630
    @olivier-pierredebelmont.3630 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for these precisions,so important!❤

  • @williamlittle856
    @williamlittle856 11 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks for R ALA video warning on scams. Had just finished viewing a video talking of studies showing 600 mgs of al helped neuropathy- without mentioning the forms. Because I routinely require steroids for my genetic copd, and because of chemo & other things, neuropathy has entered my life. Your hope in this area is not only informative, but inspirational, and this is how true help always starts to come. God bless you all for your inspiration

    • @albertdepierro5994
      @albertdepierro5994 6 месяцев назад +1

      I just received 2 months of your ALA with essence. I was told that essence will make it work faster and better? Is this true ? It sounds strange but I was told I should notice some improvement within a month. I was also informed by others that I can order this on Amazon. Is this true or not ? Please respond as I have in the past requested info and haven’t received any feedback. I have been suffering from neuropathy for at least 10 yrs. I am prediabetic and my Dr. Is from the Mass General in Boston who I Just got rid of because he is worthless. He did nothing for me for 20 yrs.Stay away from Anthony Granfone in Boston. Please respond to my request. Al DePierro

    • @albertdepierro5994
      @albertdepierro5994 6 месяцев назад

      I was told that I should take 2 capsules for breakfast and 3 essence, then lunch 2 capsules of ALA then dinner 3 capsules of essence. That’s atotal of 10 capsules a day. Is that correct ? Sounds like a lot. Please inform.

  • @sylazytowska6857
    @sylazytowska6857 8 месяцев назад +12

    Thank you for your videos. Am 41 and just spent 2,5 months in hospital due to cellulitis and sepsis. I was in coma for almost 2 weeks. When I wake up I realized that I don't have any feelings in both my legs, my foots are completely numb. I know for my surgeon that they was fighting with infection, high blood temperature but also high blood sugar(Am diabetic) Neurologist diagnosed me with diabetic neuropathy. I was fully mobile before the hospital now I can barely walk. Am back home now and just received letter from physiotherapy hospital that I will have to wait 18 weeks for the appointment so your videos are the only thing that I have to help me get back on my feet 😊😊😊

    • @MariaWalker-qo3vi
      @MariaWalker-qo3vi 6 месяцев назад +3

      OMGosh that’s horrible! How are you doing now!? Did you get some ALA? I’ve been reading a lot about it combined with benfotimine (spelling?), and it’s supposed to work synergistic miracles. Please let us know how your legs and feet are doing! (I know how difficult recovery from coma can be - I was in a coma for 10 days)….. ❤

    • @sylazytowska6857
      @sylazytowska6857 6 месяцев назад

      @@MariaWalker-qo3vi Am on Nuphoria Gold since over a month and I can feel the difference. I have started moving much more around the house and pain is more manageable. Still struggling with a foot drop but I managed to get an appointment with a private neurologist so am hoping to get some answers from him. I also had an appointment with a private physiotherapist and she believes that I have not been diagnosed and managed properly at the hospital That is why she referred me to a neurologist so proper tests can be done to understand what exactly caused a food drop and nerves damage. Thank you for your message 😊

    • @sylazytowska6857
      @sylazytowska6857 6 месяцев назад +2

      Am sorry to hear you was in coma, hope you feeling better now.

    • @MariaWalker-qo3vi
      @MariaWalker-qo3vi 5 месяцев назад

      @@sylazytowska6857 sweet of you to say that. I’m much better now. But it’s been 14 years. Had to do a deep dive into natural cures - I prob wouldn’t be alright if I hadn’t. Dr Eric Berg is another good source of info, but I’ll bet you know that already. Keep us posted on your recovery. I’m very interested. ❤️

    • @Miracx3
      @Miracx3 5 месяцев назад +2

      🙏

  • @fireniadavis5412
    @fireniadavis5412 7 месяцев назад

    You both provide such good information!! I love your videos!!

  • @AlexisRamage-ji5yr
    @AlexisRamage-ji5yr 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your good advice on R APA . Many thanks

  • @curtisbell6178
    @curtisbell6178 Год назад +40

    most valuable presentation I’ve ever seen for my neuropathy. I actually have purchased alpha Lipoic acid without the R. I will find it with the R. Thanks again.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +10

      Hi Curtis. I'm so glad this video was helpful for you. The brand that I typically recommend for my patients who need just the 'R-ALA is Immunovites (link: amzn.to/3Dy0PdG). We have no affiliation with this company. They simply put out an excellent quality of R-ALA. Blessings.

    • @marthasandoval6760
      @marthasandoval6760 Год назад

      Tristemente acabo de recibir mi ALA sin "R" . 🙏 Agradezco enormemente que compartan su conocimiento sobre todo cuando se trata de la salud.

    • @healthchannel-nt4jn
      @healthchannel-nt4jn Год назад

      @@NerveDoctors Thank you for the video and information. The 'Immunovites' product seems to be NA-R-ALA. Is the the same or different from R-ALA? Is it better? Thank you, Doctor. 🙏

    • @lolami977
      @lolami977 Год назад

      ​@@marthasandoval6760 😮

    • @engell3707
      @engell3707 6 месяцев назад

      So if I have the ALA that consists of both S-ALA and R-ALA I should throw it in the trash?

  • @esmemostert6476
    @esmemostert6476 2 года назад +22

    Omw I am going to check mine now! I have been taking mine for months now and cannot under stand why my leg and foot is not improving after my op 11 months ago.
    Thank you so much doctor you are truly an angel ❤

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  2 года назад +16

      I'm truly happy to help. Now, here are a few things to consider. If you have been using R-ALA with minimal results, then you'll need to complex it with these vitamins B6 (Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate), Benfotiamine(B1) and methylcobalamin (B12). That should make a significant difference. Also, having patience is the key. Nerves are the slowest healing tissues in the body and it can take anywhere from 8 months to 2 years to fully recover. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Blessings.

    • @nageshnimbalkar4091
      @nageshnimbalkar4091 Год назад +3

      @@NerveDoctors please advice about B6, it is said that it is toxic when it is out of range, my confusion is when it is water soluble how can it be the most toxic vitamin in B....what is the recommended dose per day for B6... I have neuropathy and colitis both

    • @sherrihinton2885
      @sherrihinton2885 Год назад +1

      The same here

    • @nageshnimbalkar4091
      @nageshnimbalkar4091 Год назад

      @@sherrihinton2885 do u have colitis ?

    • @larrytischler570
      @larrytischler570 Год назад

      ​​​​@@nageshnimbalkar4091 is sold in two pyradoxine forms, as the hydrochloride salt - HCl, which is, cheap and not good or the -5 phosphate, P5P for short which is good.

  • @sheilalewis734
    @sheilalewis734 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the warning. I just learned about ALA

  • @AgedWisdome
    @AgedWisdome 10 месяцев назад

    Hi Dr.Valerie , thank you so much for this valuable information. As you said, it’s very popular, even some pharmacists advise it. I’ve been taking it for almost 2 months now, and I have seen no improvement , now I know why. I just checked the label. There is no R there. Thank you so much and God bless you 🙏

  • @danusenovak2746
    @danusenovak2746 Год назад +5

    My understanding was that R ALA is very unstable…..thus….S ALA is added for longer stability….. now I am learning that R ALA is best…..it is so frustrating that there is so much misinformation to make sense out off. Thank you for this video 😊

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  Год назад +5

      Hi Danuse. I know it's definitely enough to make your head spin. So, your understanding is correct. However, they began to learn through further research that although the 'S' enantiomer stabilized it, it could actually deactivate the activity of the natural 'R' form. Now a molecule of sodium is used to stabilize the the R-ALA. Anytime you see the word stabilized after R-ALA on the ingredient label or if it says Na R-ALA it means it's been stabilized with sodium. Hope this clears it up for you. Blessings.

    • @danusenovak2746
      @danusenovak2746 Год назад +1

      @@NerveDoctors thank you for taking time to reply and further explain. I certainly got much better information from your amazing video. 🙏

  • @richardmaldonado574
    @richardmaldonado574 2 года назад +3

    Wow ! I’m checking my bottle now and I have a feeling it’s fake. Thank you doctor.

    • @NerveDoctors
      @NerveDoctors  2 года назад

      Hi Richard. You're so welcome. Let me know if I can give you any further guidance. Blessings.

  • @danrez42
    @danrez42 6 месяцев назад

    My doctor told me about this product years ago. It’s a great product. Thank you for very much for letting us know.

  • @barbarahodges8835
    @barbarahodges8835 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for this very important information.

  • @deedarrell-fick9075
    @deedarrell-fick9075 8 месяцев назад +4

    I finished the whole bottle of Nuphoria and got no relief, I was so hopeful, can't afford to try anymore, Thanks for the opportunity!

    • @wastedwishes7350
      @wastedwishes7350 5 месяцев назад +1

      Please tell more people. They are really good at scamming people!

    • @drbnaz8901
      @drbnaz8901 Месяц назад +2

      Like one of the above comments, I would talk to your doctor about getting ALA IV! It would be worth a try.