Citric Acid

Overview

Citric Acid is an endogenous Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) present in most plants.  It is chemically similar to (-) Hydroxycitric Acid but differ in their biological actions.

Digestive System

 Citric Acid may increase the flow of Bile from the Liver (functioning as a Cholagogue).  Anecdotal Evidence

Excretory System

 Supplemental Citric Acid may help to prevent recurrent Kidney Stones.  ^[1]

 Supplemental Citric Acid may be a useful adjunct for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infections.  Anecdotal Evidence

 Supplemental Citric Acid may facilitate the excretion of Urine (acting as a diuretic).  Anecdotal Evidence

Metabolism

 Citric Acid possesses Antioxidants properties.

 Endogenous Citric Acid is a major intermediate product in the body''s Energy production cycle - the Krebs Cycle.  ^[2]

 Supplemental Citric Acid (3,000 - 6,000 mg) may help to prevent Fatigue.  ^[3]

 Supplemental Citric Acid (3,000 - 6,000 mg) may increase Stamina.  ^[4]

Nervous System

 Supplemental Citric Acid may assist the prevention of Alzheimer''s Disease:  Anecdotal Evidence

 The underlying mechanism by which Citric Acid may prevent Alzheimer’s Disease is via its ability to remove Aluminium from the body - it should be noted that Citric Acid is especially effective at removing Aluminium from tissues other than Neurons and other tissues in the Brain. 

Oral Health

 Supplemental Citric Acid may help to prevent Tooth Decay This effect is exerted by Citric Acid while it remains in the Mouth.  Anecdotal Evidence