Synonyms:                   DL-Alpha-Lipoic acid; DL-6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid;
                                    5-(Dithiolan-3-yl)valeric acid
CAS No.:                      1077-28-7
EINECS:                        214-071-2
Molecular Structure:    
Molecular Formula:        C8H14O2S2
Molecular Weight:         206.32
Functional Use:             Of particular interest for those with diabetes, Alpha                                     Lipoic Acid speeds the removal of glucose (sugar) from                                     the blood;ALA is also crucial for energy production. It                                     helps break down sugar for the production of ATP,                                     the fuel used by cells to keep the body running.It can                                     also lose weight.