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L-Carnitine

Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Usage Tips

  1. The main sources of L-carnitine are meat, fish and some other animal products such as milk.

Description

L-Carnitine is basically a form of carnitine, which is a substance made in muscle and liver tissue and is present in certain foods, such as meat, poultry, fish, and some dairy products. It is also a drug which is used to treat patients who do not make enough carnitine. It is a nutrient and dietary supplement.

Health benefits

  • L-Carnitine can have beneficial effects on brain function.(1)
  • It also helps in improvements in patients with severe heart disorders, such as coronary heart disease and chronic heart failure.(1)
  • It may helps to reduce muscle soreness after exercise.(1)
  • It may also reduce the symptoms of type 2 diabetes.(1)
  • It helps to increase the production of red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body and muscles.(1)

Note

L-Carnitine might cause nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, heartburn, diarrhea, and seizures.(2)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/l-carnitine#other-benefits

(2) https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1026/l-carnitine

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