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I have used DMG Dimethylglycine from Zahler at 500 mg. This has helped me with energy levels immensely. I think this obscure nutrient is highly beneficial for mitochondria.
Yes, R -Alpha L-acid I was shocked n all when she didn’t mention it 😮 also she’s not updated with Benfotiamine. That’s the only supplement in 40 years that’s ever worked for me. It is a miracle supplement I take 300 mg twice a day miracle 💪🏻
I started taking it daily along with Carnosine and Vitamin D for positional vertigo almost a year ago. My symptoms cleared after 5 days. I think it's safe to say it reduces the level of oxidative stress throughout the body, it's pretty cheap, and thus would be a good supplement for many people as they get past the age of, say, 50.
Dr. Patrick, you are incredible at educating people on health and wellness-thank you for all that you do! ❤️ I’d love your guidance on daily supplements for a 50-year-old male who practices yoga and strength training regularly. Here’s what I’m currently using: 1. Nature’s Bounty Hair, Skin & Nails (5000 mcg Biotin) 2. Vita Vision Men’s Multivitamin (for cellular energy, immune, and muscle support) 3. Kirkland Fish Oil (1000 mg) that provides 300 mg of Omega fatty acids. 4. Qunol Extra Magnesium Citrate (250 mg) I also eat pumpkin seeds, Brazil nuts, dry roasted (hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, pistachios), broccoli, cucumber and all seasonal fruits (no juices 😊) daily. I do eat healthy food 90% of the times. Could you share your recommendations and perhaps create a video on the ideal daily supplement routine for men in this age group? Your expertise is greatly appreciated!
Wow, interesting. I never heard of berberine having the potential to negatively affect mitochondrial function, which I have-with unknown etiology. Will now look into stopping berberine and changing to ALA, which I’ve taken on/off.
my mom has been diagnosed with spinal stenosis. I did so much research and found alpha lipoic acid and benfotiamine will help with this condition. She was on a walker and in so much pain. After about two weeks she noticed less pain and after a month she no longer needed the walker. She now uses the walker to bring her groceries home when she walks over to the supermarket in her neighborhood. Glory to God!!
Benfotiamine also restored my ability to walk. I try to tell.others in my family about it's ability to heal the gut, heart, nerves but they think I'm nuts lol. I guess I can say I tried altho it makes me sad more ppl don't know.
@ I’ve had the same experience with people that seen my mom walking on her own. They say her body must have healed itself. We tried but the people trust science.
@@donwinston Says who? Effects of nutrients can be significant. Case in point magnesium substantially if not fully reversing the after effects of polio if given within a month. I'm talking almost full body paralysis to being able to walk with a cane given a month after infection for one patient.
@@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep Says every study in the world. You can't possibly make such an assertion. Besides magnesium is a mineral so not the same thing. They don't require a food matrix. It is obvious that devoid of some sort of genuine deficiency supplements are useless and can be detrimental.
@@donwinston "Says every study in the world." Somehow I already know you've never read a study in your life or taken a biology course. Or for that matter even know where most drugs even come from. I feel like you would need that spoon fed further but not going to lol.
The mechanistic data sounds great for ALA. However, it also sounded great for other antioxidant supplements like Vit E, A, and beta carotene. Yet, after long term RCTs and metas they have been shown to increase all cause mortality. Are there any long term RCTs or metas showing positive health outcomes from ALA supplementation or at least showing no harm?
Love that this supplement is coming back in vogue. Lifting bros (like myself) from early 2000s started taking it post-workout for the insulin mimicking effect.
I remember there was a study that showed long term use caused fatty liver. I'm sure you came across it, so was it just a poor study or not relevant? I remember there was also work done showing it's quite good for dogs and cats to extend their lifespan and give better health at the appropriate dosage based on weight.
Rhonda. Several videos have said that "Activated R. ALA" is better than regular ALA. Is this true or is the only difference in the price? Thanks for all your great videos.
"The Antioxidant Miracle", John Wiley & Sons, (C) 1999 by Lester Packer PhD, and Carol Colman, has a 20pg chapter dedicated to alpha lipoic acid and its remarkable beneficial effects ....
My neurologist recomended ALA along with other Omega 3s in my diet. I'm prediabetic (taking Metformin, 1000mg per day along with Farxiga) with some neuropathy in my feet. I took it religiously and saw improvment in the neuropathy. I didn't take it as often for the next 6 months and neuropathy got worse. I'm now on it again (taking with food every night before bed) and hoping to get better neuropathy results at my next Neurology appointment.
Prediabetics shouldn’t need to be on metformin when diet and exercise is a superior first line treatment. Eliminating sugar and highly processed carbs such as breads and pastries typically drives the issue along with jams, honey, and sugary fruits like bananas. CGM monitoring would further help you identify what is foods and lifestyle aspects are triggering blood glucose rise.
About 20 yrs ago, someone by the name of Nicholas Perricone recommended ALA. I started taking it but nothing happened. So I stopped. I just eat everything nutritious.
just spent 30 minutes searching for this product on amazons website every product has horrible fillers or magnesium stearate anyone have any suggestions clean product on this supplement
Dr. Patrick, a neighbor was recently diagnosed with excessive red blood cell production and has been doing whole blood donations to bring that level down. I figure she must have very high iron levels that might benefit from ALA supplements. She's 70 years old and a steady walker, so decent health otherwise. What would be an appropriate dosage of the ALA to help reduce the excess iron?
I tried ALA a few times and RLA once on an empty stomach and got woozy and so incredibly tired and stomach hurt so bad for 4 hours. I never had that effect while taking it with food.
Once again Dr. Rhonda has left out the most important factor in ALA which is that the great majority of it is synthetic and is a waste of money. If you buy this stuff, make sure it is natural and not synthetic.
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I have used DMG Dimethylglycine from Zahler at 500 mg. This has helped me with energy levels immensely. I think this obscure nutrient is highly beneficial for mitochondria.
Could you please talk about Blackstrap Molasses? is it a miracle like some claim, or poison like some others say?!
Doesn't flaxseed meal get a mention😂
I’m 81 and have taken it for years.
Yeah ALA sounds like one of my favorites, encouraging collagen growth. I pop one every morning before breakfast.
You should mention R-Alpha-Lipoic acid.
Rhonda is being PAID to push CERTAIN BRANDS ONLY
Yes, R -Alpha L-acid I was shocked n all when she didn’t mention it 😮 also she’s not updated with Benfotiamine. That’s the only supplement in 40 years that’s ever worked for me. It is a miracle supplement I take 300 mg twice a day miracle 💪🏻
@@rodneymoore2044 What brand do you use?
@@rodneymoore2044
Whats the "R" mean?
Also Need Extra Biotin ...
ALA Competes with its absorption ...Jarrow makes one that has extra in it.
I started taking it daily along with Carnosine and Vitamin D for positional vertigo almost a year ago. My symptoms cleared after 5 days. I think it's safe to say it reduces the level of oxidative stress throughout the body, it's pretty cheap, and thus would be a good supplement for many people as they get past the age of, say, 50.
Further sources of ALA: Alpha-lipoic acid can be eaten in foods, such as red meat, carrots, beets, spinach, broccoli, and potatoes
THANK YOU R.P. FOR THE HEALTH TIP I APPRECIATE ALL THE GREAT WORK YOU DO. WILL TRY ALA FOR MY 2- DIABETES AND POLYNEUROPY. BLESS YOU ALWAYS R.P.
What’s the mitochondria issue with berberine?
Dr. Patrick, you are incredible at educating people on health and wellness-thank you for all that you do! ❤️
I’d love your guidance on daily supplements for a 50-year-old male who practices yoga and strength training regularly. Here’s what I’m currently using:
1. Nature’s Bounty Hair, Skin & Nails (5000 mcg Biotin)
2. Vita Vision Men’s Multivitamin (for cellular energy, immune, and muscle support)
3. Kirkland Fish Oil (1000 mg) that provides 300 mg of Omega fatty acids.
4. Qunol Extra Magnesium Citrate (250 mg)
I also eat pumpkin seeds, Brazil nuts, dry roasted (hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, pistachios), broccoli, cucumber and all seasonal fruits (no juices 😊) daily. I do eat healthy food 90% of the times.
Could you share your recommendations and perhaps create a video on the ideal daily supplement routine for men in this age group? Your expertise is greatly appreciated!
Wow, interesting. I never heard of berberine having the potential to negatively affect mitochondrial function, which I have-with unknown etiology. Will now look into stopping berberine and changing to ALA, which I’ve taken on/off.
Since it chealates iron and copper, should someone that is low in iron avoid taking alpha lipoic acid?
are you a woman with a period?
I would be much more concerned about losing copper....
@Needless2say either one. I just happen to have iron numbers on the lower side, despite supplementing.
Great session, is R-ALA the best form in your opinion! Thank you!
Would this help older adults 60+ ? Thank you
I have used it for years, I'm almost 60 and it gives good energy most days, might pay to cycle it. (IANAD)
Cant hurt. As you get older you dont take in or produce these agents as well.
What are the effects of ALA on platelets?
my mom has been diagnosed with spinal stenosis. I did so much research and found alpha lipoic acid and benfotiamine will help with this condition.
She was on a walker and in so much pain. After about two weeks she noticed less pain and after a month she no longer needed the walker.
She now uses the walker to bring her groceries home when she walks over to the supermarket in her neighborhood.
Glory to God!!
Benfotiamine also restored my ability to walk. I try to tell.others in my family about it's ability to heal the gut, heart, nerves but they think I'm nuts lol. I guess I can say I tried altho it makes me sad more ppl don't know.
@ I’ve had the same experience with people that seen my mom walking on her own. They say her body must have healed itself.
We tried but the people trust science.
I love your channel! I am not sure if you have done a deep dive into Taurine. I'll look through your videos. Thanks for all the great info.
ALA is great for neuropathy. Brought my foot back to life after VD PACE chemo gave me a dead foot.
Get real. It would've "come back" just the same without it.
@@donwinston Says who? Effects of nutrients can be significant. Case in point magnesium substantially if not fully reversing the after effects of polio if given within a month. I'm talking almost full body paralysis to being able to walk with a cane given a month after infection for one patient.
@@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep Says every study in the world. You can't possibly make such an assertion. Besides magnesium is a mineral so not the same thing. They don't require a food matrix. It is obvious that devoid of some sort of genuine deficiency supplements are useless and can be detrimental.
So sorry for what you’ve been through and happy to hear that you’re better 👏🏻
@@donwinston "Says every study in the world." Somehow I already know you've never read a study in your life or taken a biology course. Or for that matter even know where most drugs even come from. I feel like you would need that spoon fed further but not going to lol.
The mechanistic data sounds great for ALA. However, it also sounded great for other antioxidant supplements like Vit E, A, and beta carotene. Yet, after long term RCTs and metas they have been shown to increase all cause mortality.
Are there any long term RCTs or metas showing positive health outcomes from ALA supplementation or at least showing no harm?
I haven’t found them. Would be nice to know because I share your concern
I Need all of those benefits 💯
Hi Doc. Can you cover berberine please?
What kind of ALA? R-ALA?
Check for Andrew Cuttler's protocol. If is in high quantities it could redistribute Metals when present, needs to be in low doses!!!
I found the conclusion about Berberines interesting. Will probably do the same 👍🏼
Love that this supplement is coming back in vogue. Lifting bros (like myself) from early 2000s started taking it post-workout for the insulin mimicking effect.
Cool idea, what was the rough dosage?
Does it help lower histamine levels?
Also complexing it with bismuth can help some types of gut dysbiosis (combo therapy only).
It blunts exercise adaptations hytroperfy and vo2 max go down if you take it within 24 hours before or after exercise
interesting - do you have a source for this?
yes, I read that it blunts the MTOR pathway so isn't great for hypertrophy as you need the oxidative stress to stimulate the protein synthesis.
is this true for all anti-oxidants?
I remember there was a study that showed long term use caused fatty liver. I'm sure you came across it, so was it just a poor study or not relevant? I remember there was also work done showing it's quite good for dogs and cats to extend their lifespan and give better health at the appropriate dosage based on weight.
R ALA is much better than
A ALA. Especially in nerve damage repair.
Just one dose of ALA gave me insomnia and increased my anxiety for a week. I would have loved for it to work for me due to its metabolic benefits :(
Try taking it in AM try magnesium (malate or glycinate) in PM.
Are you not concerned with taking powerful antioxidants when you are overall healthy, and when oxidation (in moderation) is necessary?
Great video
Does ALA Chealate with the heavy metals found in cocoa powder?
Yes, at high doses.
@ Any scientific studies referenced on RUclips that you can refer me to?
Rhonda. Several videos have said that "Activated R. ALA" is better than regular ALA. Is this true or is the only difference in the price? Thanks for all your great videos.
What kind of ALA was used in the study she mentioned? 800 mgs of R ala cost a freaking fortune!!!
ALA is great!
"The Antioxidant Miracle", John Wiley & Sons, (C) 1999 by Lester Packer PhD, and Carol Colman, has a 20pg chapter dedicated to alpha lipoic acid and its remarkable beneficial effects ....
Thank u! Checking it out now
Which form of ALA
R-ALA
@Zoe_Europe NA-RALA is several fold more potent than r-ala and they are practically the same price.
@@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep Thanks for the information 🌞
I was told you needed to avoid ALA if you had amalgam fillings, is this true?
R-ALA is unstable
Whats your opinion of Flushing Niacin ? If recommend, wha dose, im currently taking 100omg per day
@@mixalis6168 Check about niacin in Webmd. I was a bit shocked (in "reviews")
My neurologist recomended ALA along with other Omega 3s in my diet. I'm prediabetic (taking Metformin, 1000mg per day along with Farxiga) with some neuropathy in my feet. I took it religiously and saw improvment in the neuropathy. I didn't take it as often for the next 6 months and neuropathy got worse. I'm now on it again (taking with food every night before bed) and hoping to get better neuropathy results at my next Neurology appointment.
Prediabetics shouldn’t need to be on metformin when diet and exercise is a superior first line treatment. Eliminating sugar and highly processed carbs such as breads and pastries typically drives the issue along with jams, honey, and sugary fruits like bananas. CGM monitoring would further help you identify what is foods and lifestyle aspects are triggering blood glucose rise.
Could you please talk about Blackstrap Molasses? is it a miracle like some claim, or poison like some others say?!
Doesn’t it support the growth of tumours or kind of induce cancer? Seems that there is a study about it’s adverses side effects.
Dosage?
600 mg is standard.
About 20 yrs ago, someone by the name of Nicholas Perricone recommended ALA. I started taking it but nothing happened. So I stopped. I just eat everything nutritious.
That’s a great story.
@@polar199😂
So many comments are like that.
just spent 30 minutes searching for this product on amazons website every product has horrible fillers or magnesium stearate anyone have any suggestions clean product on this supplement
I take 600 mg twice a day, 30 min before food
R- ALA and Alcar
Wonder if it helps lower potassium in the body.
Dosage in mg/kg please.
Does roasting vegetables - onions, Brussels sprouts, etc. (yielding caramelized flavor ) create AGE’s?
I also want to know!!
@@selenekranz4061 What is "Ages"? Thanks
The advanced glycation elements she referred to that have a carmelized flavor and occur from cooking meats at high temps.
@Zoe_Europe Advanced Glycation End-Products
@@sectionalsofa Thank you all. English is not my native tongue and some words I miss.
Need to get some ALA
Very interesting, thank you .
Also , lovely lips 👄!!
Dr. Patrick, a neighbor was recently diagnosed with excessive red blood cell production and has been doing whole blood donations to bring that level down. I figure she must have very high iron levels that might benefit from ALA supplements. She's 70 years old and a steady walker, so decent health otherwise. What would be an appropriate dosage of the ALA to help reduce the excess iron?
It also takes iron an dump it in the brain.
Also Take on an Empty Stomach ... fat & water soluble. Very Powerful Antioxidant !
@@LeasaMorris Take care taking with empty stomach.Could cause strong pain. Better during breakfast, not before nor after
I tried ALA a few times and RLA once on an empty stomach and got woozy and so incredibly tired and stomach hurt so bad for 4 hours. I never had that effect while taking it with food.
ALA as emergency room poisoning protocol. Liver cancer IV ALA
Isn't R Ala better?
na-rala>rala>ala
Mechanisms ✅
Studies ❓
…Lipoic acid is great to take if you are healthy…but contraindicated in metabolic cancer therapy…
Is taking flaxseeds enough?
I believe these are different ALAs. I think flax contains Alpha LiNoeic Acid? Also super healthy though.
@ thank you 😊 any food got ALAs?
Alpha-Lipoic Acid gives you terrible acid indigestion.
Why does ALA make me very irritable?? Very edgy
ALA gave me heartburn from hell. Couldn't tolerate it one bit.
@@Mike-dt1yg Sure. Me too. Never Take with empty stomach or after a meal. Better "DURING" and BEST meal, breakfast
Can you make the video on coq10
ALA has a LOT more to it than what Rhonda explains: ruclips.net/video/VpzylRZNxjw/видео.html
I’m not eating microwaved bacon.
Be aware that ALA will make your urine smell odd.
Also, there are 3 forms. L-ALA S-ALA & R-ALA
I have read that the R (reduced) form is better.
cool
Love A L A
Late Bruce Ames? Sorry to hear.
Maillerde
Once again Dr. Rhonda has left out the most important factor in ALA which is that the great majority of it is synthetic and is a waste of money. If you buy this stuff, make sure it is natural and not synthetic.
What exactly do natural and synthetic mean here and why is one better?
It makes my urine smell bad. How can I change that aspect?