Skip to main content
WeightCited

Alpha-Lipoic Acid für Obesity

B

Meta-analysis of 12 RCTs (n=534) found significant weight loss of 1.27 kg and BMI reduction of 0.43. A 20-week RCT (n=360) found 1,800 mg/day reduced body weight by 2.1%. Higher doses and longer durations showed greater effects.

<\/script>\n
`; }, get iframeSnippet() { const domain = 'weightcited.com'; const params = 'ingredient\u003Dalpha\u002Dlipoic\u002Dacid\u0026condition\u003Dobesity'; return ``; }, get activeSnippet() { return this.method === 'script' ? this.scriptSnippet : this.iframeSnippet; }, copySnippet() { navigator.clipboard.writeText(this.activeSnippet).then(() => { this.copied = true; setTimeout(() => { this.copied = false; }, 2000); }); } }" @keydown.escape.window="open = false" @click.outside="open = false">

Embed This Widget

Style



      
      
    


    
    

      Widget powered by
      .
      Free, no account required.
    

  




    








    

        

            B

        

        

            
Fazit

            
            
Meta-analysis of 12 RCTs (n=534) found significant weight loss of 1.27 kg and BMI reduction of 0.43. A 20-week RCT (n=360) found 1,800 mg/day reduced body weight by 2.1%. Higher doses and longer durations showed greater effects.

            
            
        

    











    
    

        
        

            

  
Key Statistics





            


    

        
12

        
Studien

    

    

        
534

        
Teilnehmer

    

    

        
            
            ↑
            
        
        
Positive

    

    

        B

        
Bewertung

    




        


        
        

        
        
        

            

  
Dosage & Usage





            
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units


            
            

                
Übliche Dosierungen

                

                    
                    

                        
general:

                        
300-600 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
ralaactiveform:

                        
150-300 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
weightmanagement:

                        
600-1,800 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

                    Obergrenze: 1,800 mg/day; GI side effects at higher doses
                

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Beste Einnahmezeit: 30 minutes before meals on empty stomach (food reduces absorption by ~30%)
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Gemeldete Nebenwirkungen

                    
    
                        
                        
  • 
                            ⚠
                            Nausea
                        
    • 
                        
                        
  • 
                            ⚠
                            Skin rash
                        
    • 
                        
                        
  • 
                            ⚠
                            Hypoglycemia (when combined with diabetes medications)
                        
    • 
                        
                        
  • 
                            ⚠
                            GI discomfort
                        
    • 
                        
                    

                

                

                
                

                    
Bekannte Wechselwirkungen

                    
    
                        
                        
  • 
                            ●
                            Diabetes medications (may potentiate — hypoglycemia risk)
                        
    • 
                        
                        
  • 
                            ●
                            Thyroid medications (may affect thyroid hormone levels)
                        
    • 
                        
                        
  • 
                            ●
                            Chemotherapy agents (antioxidant interaction)
                        
    • 
                        
                    

                

                

                
                

                    

                        Tolerierbare Höchstaufnahmemenge: 1,800 mg/day; GI side effects at higher doses
                    

                

                
            

            

                Konsultieren Sie immer Ihren Arzt, bevor Sie ein Nahrungsergänzungsmittel einnehmen.Konsultieren Sie immer Ihren Arzt, bevor Sie ein Nahrungsergänzungsmittel einnehmen.
            

        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Frequently Asked Questions





            




    
    

        
            Does Alpha-Lipoic Acid help with Obesity?
            
        
        

            Based on 12 studies with 534 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Alpha-Lipoic Acid may support Obesity management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
        

    

    
    

        
            How much Alpha-Lipoic Acid should I take for Obesity?
            
        
        

            Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 300-600 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
        

    

    
    

        
            Are there side effects of Alpha-Lipoic Acid?
            
        
        

            Reported side effects may include Nausea, Skin rash, Hypoglycemia (when combined with diabetes medications), GI discomfort. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
        

    

    
    

        
            How strong is the evidence for Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Obesity?
            
        
        

            We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 12 peer-reviewed studies with 534 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
        

    

    




        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Related Evidence





            

                
                
                

                
                

                    
Alpha-Lipoic Acid für andere Beschwerden

                    

                        
                        
                            Insulin Resistance
                            B

                        
                        
                    

                

                
            

        

        

    


    
    












    

        FDA-Haftungsausschluss:
        Diese Aussagen wurden nicht von der Food and Drug Administration bewertet. Die Produkte und Informationen auf dieser Website sind nicht dazu bestimmt, Krankheiten zu diagnostizieren, zu behandeln, zu heilen oder zu verhindern. Die dargestellten Evidenzbewertungen basieren auf unserer Analyse veröffentlichter begutachteter Forschung und stellen keine medizinische Beratung dar. Konsultieren Sie immer Ihren Arzt, bevor Sie mit der Einnahme von Nahrungsergänzungsmitteln beginnen.