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WHAT IS L-CARNITINE?
L-Carnitine is an amino acid manufatured by the human body from the amino
acids precursors methionine and lysine. Supplemental amounts can be found in
muscle and organ meats, however, there is none in plant proteins. Men require
higher amounts of Carnitine than women, with large amounts being found in the
epididymus of the testis.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
There is strong evidence to suggest carnitine might be a very useful fat
burner, however it's effects are worth noting, but nothing dramatic. Carnitine
has never been used to treat those with extreme weight problems or the obese as
it's effects, compared to many fat loss supllements are quite mild. In the human
body carnitine transfers fatty acids across cell membranes to the mitochondria
(energy furnace) of the cell, where they can be burnt for energy. Although
research has shown that this part of supplemental carnitine use of correct, it's
use does not actually liberate fatty acids in the first place. Something
stronger such as Ephedrine would be a better choice for this purpose.
MANUFACTURING CARNITINE AND DEFICIENCY
In order for your body to actually manufacture it's carnitine from the
precursor amino acids you must ensure that you maintain high levels of vitamin C
and optimally niacin and vitamin B6. Carnitine deficincies are quite rare, those
who are, generally, are actually Vitamin C deficient.
Current thinking tends to suggest supplemental carnitine is only required
for those whom may be vegetarian or otherwise carnitine deficient. For those
that follow a reasonable supplemental regime probably wouldn't require a further
dose.
HOW MUCH AND WHEN?
When supplementing Carnitine, especially for fat burnining purposes, 1 to 3
grams should be used in divided doses throughout the day.
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