Side effects and watch-outs
- GI distress on empty stomach
- Thiamine (B1) depletion with chronic high-dose use
- Mild blood sugar lowering
- Rare: skin rash
- Rare: thyroid disruption at very high doses
Supplement / Antioxidant
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)
Universal antioxidant — soluble in both water and fat. Regenerates other antioxidants (vitamins C, E, glutathione). Improves insulin sensitivity. Used with glucose-disposing agents.
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