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Stabilized R-Lipoic Acid 100 mg
Doctor's Best
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(7668 ratings)
Biotin 150 mcg
Score 58.0
Larger pack of R-Lipoic Acid with minimal biotin; better value for ALA but still ineffective for biotin-specific goals.
Quantity: 180 Veggie Cap(s)Servings size: 1 Veggie Capsule(s) (180 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Anti-Aging
Detoxification
Heart Health
Energy
Skin Health
leaderboard Score 58.0
Larger pack of R-Lipoic Acid with minimal biotin; better value for ALA but still ineffective for biotin-specific goals.
Quantity: 60Dose: 5000mcg, Quantity: 120
Functionally identical to the 60-serving version, this product also focuses on Stabilized R-Lipoic Acid with a minimal 150 mcg D-Biotin dose. The larger quantity (180 servings) makes it slightly more cost-effective per serving for those seeking R-Lipoic Acid's antioxidant benefits. However, its low biotin content remains inadequate for users specifically targeting significant improvements in hair, skin, and nail health solely through biotin supplementation.
- Contains highly bioavailable Stabilized R-Lipoic Acid
- From Doctor's Best, a reputable brand
- More cost-effective per serving than the smaller pack size
- Very low biotin dosage (150 mcg), making it ineffective for targeted hair, skin, and nail benefits
- Primarily an R-Lipoic Acid supplement, not a dedicated biotin product for stated goals
- Consumers should be aware that Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) can potentially interfere with biotin absorption if biotin intake is already marginal, though the low dose here lessens this specific concern for general users.
$50.99($0.28 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| D-Biotin | 150 mcg |
| R-Lipoic Acid (BioEnhanced Na-RALA Sodium R-Alpha Lipoate) | 100 mg |
Categories
Biotin 48.0
Despite being in the 'Biotin' collection, its negligible biotin content and primary focus on R-Lipoic Acid make it a very poor fit for consumers seeking a functional biotin supplement. It deviates significantly from the core purpose of the collection.
Goals
Skin Health 52.0
While R-Lipoic Acid provides general antioxidant support beneficial for skin, the biotin component does not directly contribute to the specific skin improvements commonly sought from biotin, such as enhanced complexion or reduced skin issues related to deficiency.
Hair Health 42.0
The minimal biotin dose in this product is insufficient for promoting any significant hair growth or improvements in hair quality. Users seeking notable results for hair health should look for much higher biotin concentrations.
Nail Health 42.0
The 150 mcg biotin dosage is too low to effectively strengthen nails or reduce brittleness, making it unsuitable for individuals seeking tangible improvements in nail health. It lacks the necessary potency for noticeable effects.
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