L-Carnitine
Our L-Carnitine or levocarnitine is an amino acid derivative which plays an important role in energy production.
Dose: 300mg/capsule
Good for
Diet
Found in
Beef, Tempeh (soy-based food product), fish, chicken breast, whole milk, avocado, soft cheese, wholemeal bread, asparagus.
Benefits
L-Carnitine has anti-inflamatory properties. It therefore limits oxidative stress.
Scientific evidence
Our body is able to produce carnitine from other amino acids such as lysine and methionine in the kidneys and liver. This is used to cover our daily needs. However, the health authorities have not established a minimum daily intake. Studies have shown that carnitine is more effective in eliminating fats when it is combined with other components*
Research by numbers
References
Brandsch C et al. « Effet de la L-carnitine sur la perte de poids et la composition corporelle des rats nourris avec un régime hypocalorique ». Ann Nutr Metab 2002.
