What Is The Relationship Between R-Alpha Lipoic Acid And Vitamin B Complex?

Posted on Wed, 26 Apr 2017

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Question : What is the relationship between R-Alpha Lipoic Acid and the production of Glutathione in our body? Early research indicated ALA is a stimulus for our body to produce more Glutathione. How does this relate to the Vitamine B Complex found in our bodies?

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
They act as cofactors

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Let me tell you that Alpha Lipoic Acid stimulates a biochemical pathway which enhances the production of Glutathione. Such biochemical pathways are mediated by enzymes and these enzymes often need certain cofactors if they are to work. The B vitamins act as cofactors and therefore are intrinsic for the process.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee