Syntrax R contains only pharmaceutically pure R-isomer alpha-lipoic acid (ALA). This naturally occurring isomer has been shown to produce all of the beneficial effects of ALA without any of the negative effects of the non-naturally occurring S-isomer contained in most of the ALA formulas on the market. R-isomer ALA not only acts as the perfect antioxidant but also optimizes a person's mental well-being, insulin sensitivity and muscle to body fat ratio. Consuming R is the ideal way to promote a lean, fit, healthy body.*

Most alpha-lipoic acid supplements on the market contain a combination of both the R and S-isomers of alpha-lipoic acid. Unfortunately, the only isomer that is naturally occurring is the R-isomer. As with many chiral isomers that are not naturally occurring, the S-isomer has potentially unhealthy effects. Although shown to be a decent antioxidant, it has been shown in studies to have a negative effect on insulin sensitivity and carbohydrate metabolism. Thus, by combining both the R and S-isomers, the positive effects on insulin sensitivity and carbohydrate metabolism attributed to R-alpha-lipoic acid are at least partially negated.*

The scientific literature shows that R-alpha-lipoic acid improves insulin sensitivity and effectively scavenges many types of free radicals. Anecdotally, those taking R notice a shift in body composition towards an increase in lean mass and a decrease in fat mass. Other reported results are a noticeable improvement in mental outlook as well as increased feelings of well-being.*