VITAMINS, HERBAL & ANTI-AGING
Acetyl L-Carnitine
:: Immune system support due to an enhanced antioxidant potential
:: Improves fat metabolism and thus assists in fat loss
:: Reduces degeneration of nervous system
:: Increases cellular energy production
:: Enhances endurance capacity
:: Lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels
:: Has cardio-protective properties
Who can Benefit from using Acetyl Carnitine?
:: People wanting to lose fat and those on weight loss programs
:: Individuals following an exercise program, wishing to enhance results
:: Individuals wanting to control cholesterol levels
:: People with heart problems
Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) is a derivative of carnitine and is produced naturally by the body. It is involved in carbohydrate and protein metabolism and is responsible for the transport of long chain fatty acids into the mitochondria of the cells. It is however absorbed into the bloodstream more efficiently than l-carnitine and more importantly, it passes more effectively through cell membranes and is utilized more efficiently in the mitochondria of the cell.
This metabolically active form of carnitine has been shown to reduce the degeneration of the brain and nervous system. ALC is also able to enhance the anti-oxidant effect of certain enzymes in the body. The body’s levels of ALC decline with age making supplementation a necessity.
Dosage & Directions for Use |
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As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily before breakfast. A maximum of 5 capsules in divided doses can be taken every day. |
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Precautions, Contradictions, Side Effects |
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| Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating woman. Seek advice from your healthcare practitioner while taking prescription medicine or diagnosed with an illness or disease. This product is a dietary supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Store below 25ºC in a cool, dry place and keep out of reach of children. | |||||||||||||
Additional Spec Information |
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Carnitine is an amino acid synthesized in the liver and kidneys from lysine and methionine. The major function of carnitine is to facilitate the transport and metabolism of long chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for beta-oxidation and energy generation. Carnitine can also be found in foods such as meat and dairy products. Carnitine supplementation could potentially be beneficial under several conditions. First, because of carnitine’s role in facilitating fatty acid transport into the mitochondria for oxidation, it is possible that elevated carnitine levels would permit a greater/faster transport of fat leading to increased fat oxidation, which may impact weight loss and/ or endurance performance. A greater reliance on fat for energy may also result in a sparing of muscle glycogen and a subsequent enhancement of exercise performance. It is also theoretical that supplemental carnitine could have some effect on reducing lactic acid accumulation in muscles by buffering pyruvate and, therefore, extending exercise capacity before fatigue. Because carnitine transports fatty acids into mitochondria for oxidation, any reduction in carnitine status in people trying to lose weight may be viewed as detrimental. In support of the beneficial role of carnitine supplements, however, are studies in kidney dialysis patients showing that low carnitine levels in the dialysate can lead to elevated levels of blood lipids. Likewise, studies of heart disease patients have shown that carnitine supplements (2g/ day over 6 months) can reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Among those suffering from angina (pain in the chest), carnitine reduces the incidence of angina and cardiac arrhythmias as well as reduces the need for anti-angina and anti-arrhythmic medications. In addition, carnitine can also increase exercise tolerance in patients with angina - meaning that they can exercise longer and at a higher level before experiencing chest pain. Under conditions in which the heart muscle is deprived of oxygen (i.e. heart attack and angina), fat breakdown and energy production are reduced. It also appears that carnitine concentrations may be somewhat reduced in cardiac cells undergoing such stress. Supplemental levels of carnitine may help replenish the lost carnitine and facilitate a return to adequate levels of fatty acid transport and energy production in the heart muscle. |
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Supplement Facts |
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Amount per Serving: 1 Capsule
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| Packaging: Available in 30 Capsules | |||||||||||||
