Acetyl Carnitine or ACLR is a naturally produced molecule that aids in the function of the metabolism, which is why many supplement companies bill it as a diet supplement (more on that later). ACLR converts fat into energy for cell function.
ACLR is not an essential nutrient because the body produces it naturally; however, clinical studies show that when a deficiency exists, ACLR supplements are successfully absorbed into the body.
Acetyl Carnitine and the molecules that it produces benefit the heart, brain and the muscles. The benefits come from the L-Carnitine portion of Acetyl Carnitine. Too much L-Carnitine in the system can cause high cholesterol so it’s important to ensure you follow the dosing instructions.
Not all types of physical activity are suitable for everyone. Users take training advice at their own personal risk.
The Benefits of Acetyl Carnitine Acetyl Carnitine has been tested in clinical studies for several things; however, the only conclusive results were for the benefits for the brain and the benefits for muscle regeneration due to muscular wasting. There are also some promising results for imp... more
Acetyl Carnitine has been tested in clinical studies for several things; however, the only conclusive results were for the benefits for the brain and the benefits for muscle regeneration due to muscular wasting. There are also some promising results for impaired nervous function as a result of HIV.
Acetyl Carnitine helps you focus, and improves your concentration, your mental stamina and your mental performance. In several studies, many of which are ongoing, there has been marked improvement in the mental acuity of Alzheimer’s in the first stages of the disease and also slowed the development of the disease. It is important to note that the studies related to Alzheimer’s were only on elderly people, not on those under the age of 70. If you know, someone with early onset Alzheimer’s, Acetyl Carnitine may or may not benefit them.
Other benefits of Acetyl Carnitine are that it produces energy, slows the effects of aging, alleviates age related depression, prevents cataracts, and supports your body’s demand for energy.
In terms of weight loss, studies conducted with a focus on weight loss showed very moderate success in this area. When compared to participants that simply exercised and ate healthy meals, those using Acetyl Carnitine lost less than one pound more than those not taking the supplement did. This doesn’t change the enthusiasm that manufacturers have when billing this as a diet supplement.
There is some speculation that if you choose to exercise while taking Acetyl Carnitine that you will be able to exercise longer because your muscles are healthier and you have higher energy levels. Again, there are no studies that bear out this thought, but since ACLR does have other great benefits, there is no harm in taking the supplement to see if it will work to enhance the effectiveness of your physical activity.
In addition, many sellers bill Acetyl Carnitine as a muscle builder and as a sexual enhancer. While ACLR does benefit the body's muscles, it doesn’t work towards building muscles; instead it helps to keep them healthy, which is still very important. There are no clinical studies suggesting that ACLR benefits sexual prowess in any way.
The nice thing about Acetyl Carnitine is that clinical trials have been conducted using this supplement and these trials included children because the side effects are so mild. The side effects include mild:
There are some drug interactions that you need to be aware of as Acetyl Carnitine reduces the efficacy of certain medications. You should not take Acetyl Carnitine if you are taking:
If you have high lipid levels or you are on dialysis, these will reduce the efficacy of Acetyl Carnitine. Talk to your doctor before taking any new supplement if you have a medical condition or are taking any medications.
Acetyl Carnitine is best taken during a meal at 200 mg to 1000 mg 2 to 3 times a day. Because too much L-Carnitine can lead to high cholesterol, you need to ensure that you ask your doctor to check your Acetyl Carnitine levels before you determine your correct dosage.
Acetyl Carnitine is usually found in pill form and can be purchased from a variety of health stores as well as online. Often it isn’t sold alone but combined with other ingredients because it doesn’t interact with many other things. This makes it useful when you want to combine different supplements on your own as well.
The cost of Acetyl Carnitine is very reasonable ranging from $8 to $35 depending on the brand you choose, the quantity of the pills that are in your bottle and the milligrams of each pill. If you buy in bulk, you will save more money, but you should consider purchasing a small bottle first to ensure that this is a supplement that will benefit you and your body!
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