Description

Calcium alpha-ketoglutarate is a naturally occurring small molecule found in our bodies. During aging, levels of AKG decrease.

Alpha-ketoglutarate is used by the mitochondria, which convert this substance into energy, improving mitochondrial health. In addition, calcium alpha-ketoglutarate is also involved in collagen production, which can reduce fibrosis, thus playing a role in maintaining healthy, youthful skin. On the other hand, α-ketoglutarate is also a link in the metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids. The older you get, the less flexible your cells are at switching between carbohydrates and amino acids to produce energy. However, alpha-ketoglutarate can help cells maintain this metabolic flexibility for longer.