I am going to start Alpha Lipoic Acid @600 mg/d to determine...

Posted by pontedeleon @pontedeleon, Feb 6, 2025

if it is effective to address pain in feet from peripheral neuropathy. Should I expect to see a drop in levels of B-12 in serum? Should I begin supplementation now of B-12? What is consensus on this?

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blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | Feb 6 2:11pm

In reply to @arleen108 "@blowerk1216 Where do you get your R Ala? What brand? Link or photo please 🙏" + (show)

@arleen108 Nutricost brand

blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | Feb 6 2:12pm

In reply to @mrmacabre "@blowerk1216 I'd have to say a couple of weeks maybe, it's been a while now since..." + (show)

@mrmacabre thank you

blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | Feb 7 10:20am

In reply to @mrmacabre "I've been taking Alpha Lipoic Acid for a few weeks now after my Dr. recommended it,..." + (show)

@mrmacabre is the B12 that you are taking the methylated type?

tessie63 | @tessie63 | Feb 7 12:34pm

In reply to @blowerk1216 "@dieterreuther that’s absolutely correct and anyone talking ALA must determine what form they are using" + (show)

@blowerk1216 I’m not sure how many use ALA and if they are aware that if you are on blood thinners you should not take alpha lipoic acid. I, unfortunately, am one of these people. I am still trying to find something that helps with the numbness and tingling. I’ve tried every cream and potion known to man and my bank account shows it. My hands right now are so full of numbness and they feel like they are someone else’s hands and my feet the same way. I keep hoping someone can find something that works for this. All the best to everyone fighting this horrible illness!

blowerk1216 | @blowerk1216 | Feb 7 1:08pm

In reply to @tessie63 "@blowerk1216 I’m not sure how many use ALA and if they are aware that if you..." + (show)

@tessie63 I’m so sorry that you are suffering so much yes we need an answer to this awful condition!

mrmacabre | @mrmacabre | Feb 8 1:08pm

In reply to @blowerk1216 "@mrmacabre is the B12 that you are taking the methylated type?" + (show)

@blowerk1216 I have no idea, it's part of a B Complex supplement that I've been taking for a few years now.

bk7707 | @bk7707 | Feb 8 1:17pm

I just purchased R-ala from Amazon. It is third party tested and pure. Here it is if that helps anyone. R Alpha Lipoic Acid 600mg with Coconut Oil, 120 Softgels | Highly Bioavailable Active Form | ALA Supplement for Antioxidants, Nerve, Heart, & Liver Support | Non-GMO, Gluten Free, No Soy