Lipoic Acid Definition

lĭ-pōĭk
noun
An organic acid, C8 H14 S2 O2 , that is essential for decarboxylation of pyruvate to acetyl coenzyme A during aerobic metabolism. It is also used as a dietary supplement for its antioxidant properties.
American Heritage Medicine

(organic chemistry) The carboxylic acid 5-[(3R)-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid, one enantiomer of which is an essential cofactor for many enzyme complexes.

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Origin of Lipoic Acid

  • lip(o)– –oic

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Lipoic Acid Sentence Examples

  • Alpha lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant that dissolves in both water and fat, making it easy for your body to absorb it.

  • As with Coenzyme Q10, alpha lipoic acid shows promise for treating other conditions such as cancer and liver ailments.

  • It contains CoQ10 to fight radicals, alpha lipoic acid with green tea extract to prevent puffiness, and a multivitamin to support collagen.

  • These include vitamin C supplements, mushroom extract, Alpha Lipoic Acid capsules, nutritional blend supplements for skin and body, and more.

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