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Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid

R-Lipoic Acid

75B+
Grade B+ · capsule · 60 servings · $28.95
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Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026

Score Breakdown

Three factors carry this score; three more are checked separately and can only take points away. Hover or tap to see what drove each one.

Evidence Qualityweight 40%
85/ 100
Dose Adequacyweight 35%
70/ 100
Form/Bioavailabilityweight 25%
75/ 100
Transparencyweight 0%
90/ 100
Safety/Redundancyweight 0%
100/ 100
Manufacturing Qualityweight 0%
80/ 100

Ingredients per Serving

IngredientAmount
R-Alpha Lipoic Acid100 mg

Certifications & Testing

VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeSugar-Free

Other Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

Recommended Use

Suggested Usage: 1 capsule 2 times per day or as directed by a health professional.

Warnings

Cautions: As with any supplement, consult your health professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive, or if you are taking medication, have a medical condition, or anticipate a surgery. Keep out of the reach of children. Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid's Formulate score?

Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid scores 75 out of 100 (grade B+) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.

Is Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid worth it?

Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid scores 75/100 (grade B+). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.

What's in Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid?

Each serving contains R-Alpha Lipoic Acid (100 mg). Serving size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule(s). 60 servings per container.

How do I take r-lipoic acid?

Suggested Usage: 1 capsule 2 times per day or as directed by a health professional.

Who makes R-Lipoic Acid?

R-Lipoic Acid is made by Natural Factors. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Natural Factors on its brand page.

Is Natural Factors R-Lipoic Acid third-party tested?

Natural Factors lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free.

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