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Alpha‐lipoic acid (ALA) as a supplementation for weight loss: results from a meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials

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Obesity is associated with significant morbidity and mortality rates. Even modest weight loss may be associated with health benefits. Alpha‐lipoic acid (ALA) is a naturally occurring antioxidant. Studies have suggested… Click to show full abstract

Obesity is associated with significant morbidity and mortality rates. Even modest weight loss may be associated with health benefits. Alpha‐lipoic acid (ALA) is a naturally occurring antioxidant. Studies have suggested anti‐obesity properties of ALA; however, results are inconsistent. The purpose of this study is to conduct a meta‐analysis of the effect of ALA on weight and body mass index (BMI).

Keywords: acid ala; ala; weight loss; alpha lipoic; lipoic acid; meta analysis

Journal Title: Obesity Reviews
Year Published: 2017

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