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L-acetyl carnitine

Description

L-carnitine is a naturally occuring nutrient and a dietary supplement. It plays a crucial role in the production of energy by transporting fatty acids into your cells’ mitochondria. The mitochondria act as engines within your cells, burning these fats to create usable energy. Often called ALCAR, Acetyl-L-Carnitine is the most effective form of L-carnitine for energy and optimal brain function.

Possible Benefits

It may even benefit people with neurodegenerative diseases
Help prevent age-related mental decline
Improve markers of learning

Required Equipment

L-acetyl carnitine

How to Do It

Take 1,000 mg once to twice daily. Take in the morning and/or early afternoon.

Why it works

2,000 milligrams of L-carnitine reduced fatigue and increased muscle function in older adults
Acetyl-L-carnitine may also help boost brain health and function as you age

Time Commitment

2-5 minutes

Suggested Frequency

6 times per week

Time of Day

Morning and/or afternoon

Possible Side Effects

Can cause nausea and stomach discomfort

Tips

Purchase the acetyl-L-carnitine version of this supplement

Malaguarnera M, Cammalleri L, Gargante MP, Vacante M, Colonna V, Motta M. L-Carnitine treatment reduces severity of physical and mental fatigue and increases cognitive functions in centenarians: a randomized and controlled clinical trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 2007;86(6):1738-1744.
Pistone G, Marino A, Leotta C, Dell'Arte S, Finocchiaro G, Malaguarnera M. Levocarnitine administration in elderly subjects with rapid muscle fatigue: effect on body composition, lipid profile and fatigue. Drugs Aging. 2003;20(10):761-767. doi:10.2165/00002512-200320100-00004
Traina G. The neurobiology of acetyl-L-carnitine. Front Biosci (Landmark Ed). 2016;21:1314-1329. Published 2016 Jun 1. doi:10.2741/4459
Hathcock JN, Shao A. Risk assessment for carnitine. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 2006;46(1):23-28. doi:10.1016/j.yrtph.2006.06.007