Alpha-lipoic acid (also known as alpha-lipoic acid) is a sulfur-containing fatty acid compound that naturally occurs in small amounts in food. It is soluble in both fat and water and is regularly used in supplement form.

Yes, alpha-lipoic acid can be found in, among others, spinach, beetroot, liver, and broccoli. In food, it is usually present in small amounts.

Taking it during or directly after a meal helps to take the supplement in a pleasant and practical way. This is often advised for fat-soluble substances or highly concentrated capsules.

Fatty acids are the building blocks of fats which you get from your diet, for example from plant oils, nuts, seeds, and fish. There are saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. They are part of a normal eating pattern and are also often included in supplements.