However, alpha-lipoic acid has been studied for benefits with health conditions such as: Liver disease Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) and infertility problems Cancers, including breast and colon cancers Brain injury due to stroke Neurodegenerative diseases, like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease Chronic kidney disease Infections, including yeast infections, COVID-19, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Anti-aging and inflammation effects Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other autoimmune diseases Erectile dysfunction Nerve function To date, there is little evidence to support any of these claims for ALA use
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In these studies, it has been shown to promote satellite cell activation, enhance protein synthesis, and reduce muscle protein breakdown