3 Natural Food Sources of Alpha Lipoic Acid You Should Try

3 Natural Food Sources of Alpha Lipoic Acid You Should Try

While considering food sources of this nutrient, what you need to know is that alpha lipoic acid is usually bound to protein molecules in dietary sources and is not available in free form. This makes it less easily available for your body to use. How these protein-bound forms of alpha lipoic acid found in foods are absorbed by the body – and how much the body is able to absorb – is something science is still studying. But having said that, the foods that follow contain alpha lipoic acid and are natural sources. Some of them may even already feature in your diet, so why not reap the benefits of alpha lipoic acid also in the bargain! Do note, since the dietary form of alpha lipoic acid is bound to the protein, it is indicated as lipoyllysine content in the list below.

1. Spinach
Here’s another reason to eat your greens! There’s 3.2 mcg/g dry weight of lipoyllysine in spinach. Enjoy it in a soup or in a smoothie if you’re on the go. But if you truly appreciate the flavor of spinach, you may want to try it in stir-fries, in curries, with meat or beans in a casserole, or even in your pasta.

2. Broccoli
Here’s a great vegetable that works a charm on its own or with other ingredients. Simply saute, roast, or even lightly blanch and have with a dressing or a squeeze of lime. Broccoli has 0.9 mcg/g dry weight of lipoyllysine to offer you. For vegetarians, it can be a staple at meals, whether it’s in a delicious rice recipe, a creamy soup, or a hearty salad.

3. Tomatoes

Tomatoes contain about 0.6 mcg/g dry weight of lipoyllysine. They make a great base for pasta sauces, casseroles, and bean or meat stews. You could also use them in salads or grill them as a side. Or how about filling them like you would a jacket potato and baking them topped with cheese – that would be one indulgent meal!

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