ALPHA KETOGLUTARIC ACID

Alpha ketoglutaric acid is a glutaric acid ketone derivative. It helps in the essential amino acids metabolism and also in the transportation of energy in citric acid cycle. It binds with the released nitrogen in cell and thus avert nitrogen overload. Its role as a nitrogen transporter helps in the ammonia detoxification in brain and in hemodialysis patients. It is also used in the kidney, stomach, intestine disorders, bacterial and yeast infections, cataracts.