History and Usage:

Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate (ALCA™) and Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) support the mitochondrial production of energy. ALCA™ combines the amino acids Acetyl-L-Carnitine and L-Arginine in a unique molecular structure to form Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate. Acetyl L-Carnitine transports nutrients into cells that are necessary for energy production, yielding the energy molecule ATP. Similarly, the acetyl group of acetyl L-carnitine aids in the formation of acetyl-CoA, a very important link in processing energy from amino acids, fats, and carbohydrates.

Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a fatty acid that is found in every cell in the body. Uniquely functioning in both water and fat, the body uses Alpha Lipoic Acid to convert glucose into the energy needed for normal functions. Alpha lipoic acid also has antioxidant properties.

Label Information and Ingredients: Suggested Use: Take 1 to 3 capsules per day, or as directed by your qualified health care consultant.

Supplemental Facts Serving Size: 1 Capsule(s) Ingredients Per Serving % DV Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate dihydrochloride 500 mg * Acetyl-L-Carnitine 225 mg * Arginine 198 mg * Alpha Lipoic Acid 100 mg * * Daily Value Not Established Notes: Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate (ALCA™) and Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) support the mitochondrial production of energy.* ALCA™ is a novel combination of the amino acids Acetyl-L-Carnitine and L-Arginine. Acetyl-L-Carnitine is found in high concentrations in human brain, nerve, heart, liver and sperm cells, where it participates in metabolizing fatty acids into energy by the mitochondria.* Alpha Lipoic Acid is a water and lipid soluble antioxidant required by the mitochondrial matrix pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, which is the starting point of the Krebs or TCA (energy) cycle.* ALCA™ and ALA work synergistically as antioxidants.* This formulation is protected by US Patent No. 6,365,622. Biosint™ Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate is manufactured by Sigma-Tau Industries, S.p.A. (Rome, Italy), the pioneer in L-Carnitine science. Other Ingredients: Cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide. Capsule consists of gelatin. No wheat, no gluten, no soy, no dairy, no egg, no fish/shellfish, no nuts/tree nuts.

Caution: Individuals who are diabetic, being treated for glucose control, pregnant or lactating should consult a health care professional before using this product. People who are on blood pressure medication should monitor their blood pressure levels when taking more than the recommended dose, or consult their physician before taking arginine. Keep out of the reach of children.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amino_acid

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