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The amino acid L-carnitine is a cofactor required for the metabolism of fats and their subsequent transport into the mitochondria, where they undergo oxidation and produce energy.
L-carnitine has also been shown to benefit athletic performance. For example, studies have shown improvements in running speed, decreased average oxygen consumption, heart rate, and lactic acid, and increased maximal oxygen uptake. Studies on high-repetition exercise found improved muscle recovery after L-carnitine supplementation.
L-carnitine is probably best known for its cardiac benefits. In the heart muscle, L-carnitine facilitates fatty acid use, and promotes rhythm, myocardial blood flow, and cardiac output.
Carnitine also helps maintain blood lipid levels, with research showing support in maintaining already normal levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, lipoprotein(a) (associated with LDL cholesterol), and triglycerides.
Additional Information
Brand | Thorne Research | ||||||
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Size | 60 Vegetarian Capsules | ||||||
Recommended Dosage | Take 1 capsule three times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner. Do not exceed recommended daily dose. Supplements are not a substitute for a healthy balanced diet. |
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Ingredients |
NRV = Nutrient Reference Value %NRV = Percent Nutrient Reference Value *%NRV = Percent Nutrient Reference Value not established. |
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Free From | Derived from natural flavours Derived from natural colours Gluten Free Dairy Free Soy Free |
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Warnings | ALLERGY WARNING PREGNANCY TAMPER EVIDENT: Keep out of the reach of children. |
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Other Ingredients | Anti-Caking Agent: Silicon Dioxide. Leucine. Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule. L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine L-Tarttrate). |