Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Health: [header] How to take alpha lipoic acid [title] Ask if ala is a good choice for you. [step] Before starting any supplement, you should always consult your doctor first, as supplements can have side effects and interactions. For instance, ala can lower your blood sugar levels, which can be dangerous if you're diabetic.

Ending1: [substeps] Some doctors are not experts in how supplements interact with regular medications. If yours isn't, consider visiting a doctor who also specializes in alternative medications. Ending2: [substeps] Similarly, ala may make your genital area feel hot and uncomfortable. Overuse of the supplement can also cause bleeding, swelling, and an associated rash. Ending3: [substeps] If you're prescribed ala for diabetic treatment, ask your doctor before taking ala. Ala can interact negatively with other medication if you don't have more than 2 times normal doses of ala on your daily medication or through any supplement you're taking. Ending4: Ala should be avoided until you first start to take it for its effect on your thyroid. [substeps] In some studies, ala users report lower blood sugar levels for, say , 45 to 60 mg most days.

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