What do you know about L-Carnitine?
Asked by mjkillian on May 07, 2009
in Alternative & Integrative Nutrition
Answer
L-carnitine is a non-essential amino acid that is made by the body. It helps to transport fatty acids into the nucleus of the cell where they are burned for energy. L-carnitine is marketed as a weight loss supplement and as a performance enhancer, but there is little scientific evidence to make those claims. Healthy individuals synthesize enough L-carnitine to meet their daily needs. If you choose to take a supplement, check with your doctor first, and limit the dose to 1 gram per day. Learn more about L-carnitine from the Guide to Alternative Medicine at About.com.
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