Alpha-lipoic acid is an organic compound found in all human cells that has powerful antioxidant properties. It is both water- and fat-soluble, which allows it to work in every cell or tissue in the body.  This substance may help support normal blood sugar levels, healthy weight control, balanced amounts of inflammation, healthy skin aging and optimized nerve and memory function.  It may help support those with metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance and help support normal fasting blood glucose and HbA1c levels. ‡