Lipoaat
Lipoaat refers to the salt or ester form of lipoic acid. Lipoic acid, also known as alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) or thioctic acid, is an organosulfur compound derived from caprylic acid. It is a cofactor in several important enzyme complexes in the human body, including pyruvate dehydrogenase and alpha-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase. These enzymes play crucial roles in cellular metabolism, specifically in energy production through the citric acid cycle.
Lipoic acid is a potent antioxidant, meaning it can neutralize harmful free radicals. It is soluble in
Lipoaat, as the salt or ester form, can be used in dietary supplements and pharmaceutical formulations. These