* Pharmaceutical Grade * Bilayer Tablets * Quick + Sustained Releases * Promotes Glutathione and Antioxidant Status * Dietary Supplement * Jarrow Bilayer * Sustained Quick * Vegan Alpha Lipoic Sustain 300 is in our Sustain bilayer Quick Release/Sustained Release format to maximize blood levels and to minimize gastric irritation and blood sugar fluctuations. Alpha Lipoic Acid is a unique lipid and water soluble antioxidant that is a cofactor in energy production, helping to regulate glucose metabolism. ALA also promotes the synthesis of glutathione. Biotin is added for optimal ALA activity. The advanced bilayer Sustain tablets combines 1/3 Quick Release and 2/3 Sustained Release formats to both immediately raise and to maintain blood levels over a longer period of time.