AKG

What is AKG?

AKG (alpha-ketoglutarate) is an organic acid that occurs naturally in the body. In nutritional supplements, AKG is offered in various forms, often bound to a mineral (e.g. calcium) to make the powder stable and practically dosable.

In what forms does AKG occur?

• Ca-AKG (Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate) – a commonly used form in which AKG is bound to calcium.
• AKG blends or capsules – formulas in which AKG is part of a stack with other ingredients (composition differs per product and often contains substances that you do not want to ingest).
• Powder powder is often popular for accurate dosing and if you want to go for just the pure ingredient without unnecessary additives

Please note: “AKG” on a label may refer to different salt forms. Therefore always compare the exact shape (e.g. Ca-AKG) and the amount per daily dose.

Why is AKG included in supplement formulas?

AKG is usually chosen for its indoor positioning metabolism and micronutrient oriented supplement lines and because it can be easily combined in stacks. In composite products, AKG can be part of a broader profile (for example with amino acids, organic acids or minerals). The reason for inclusion and the relationship with other ingredients varies by manufacturer and product purpose.

What do you pay attention to when choosing an AKG supplement?

• Shape & specification: it is clearly stated whether it is Ca-AKG or another AKG form?
• Dosage per daily portion: compare how much AKG (or Ca-AKG) you consume per recommended dose.
• Purity & additives: check whether the product contains unnecessary fillers, flavors or sweeteners.
• Mineral bond: with Ca-AKG, calcium is part of the compound; check the label texts if you want to monitor your mineral intake.
• Brand & quality information: Preferably choose brands that are transparent about batch, production and specifications.

Read label: AKG vs. Ca-AKG

On labels you sometimes only see “AKG”, but often more specifically “Ca-AKGThat is relevant because:

• the shape (salt/compound) influences what exactly is dosed on the label, and
• calcium at Ca-AKG it is part of the raw material.

Do you want to compare accurately? Then look at the ingredients list, the amount per dose and any specifications that mentions the brand.

General usage information

Always follow the recommended dosage on the label of the product you choose. Are you taking medication, are you pregnant, breastfeeding or do you have a medical condition? Consult with a doctor or pharmacist before adding a new supplement to your routine.

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View all supplements with AKG

On this page you will find our current selection of supplements AKG contain, including variants with Ca-AKG and composite sets. Easily compare by form, dosage and ingredients list.