Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate (Ca-AKG) vs Pentadecanoic Acid (C15:0 / Fatty15)

Side-by-side comparison of mechanisms, dosing, interactions, and stacking potential.

Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate (Ca-AKG)Pentadecanoic Acid (C15:0 / Fatty15)
CategorySupplementsSupplements
Standard Dose
Timing
Cycle Duration
Evidence LevelModerate (healthspan), Emerging (human longevity)Emerging

Mechanism

AKG is a TCA cycle intermediate that declines with age. Supplementation reduces inflammatory cytokines, improves stem cell function, and extends healthspan in mice. Calcium salt form provides sustained release. Also supports collagen synthesis and reduces frailty markers.

Contraindications

  • Hypercalcemia
  • Kidney stones (calcium component)

Mechanism

Odd-chain saturated fatty acid identified as essential. Strengthens cell membranes by integrating into phospholipid bilayer, activates AMPK and PPAR-alpha/delta, and inhibits mTOR. Repairs mitochondrial function. Epidemiologically associated with reduced cardiometabolic disease.

Contraindications

  • None established

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