{"product_id":"ortho-molecular-products-l-carnitine","title":"L-Carnitine","description":"\u003cbutton class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ee-safe-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-content-tab-section-heading\"\u003eClinical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-content-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves Cellular Energy Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates Fat Utilization and Boosts Metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes Cardiovascular Health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Post-Training Muscle Recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-content-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the body from L-lysine and L-methionine, the synthesis of L-carnitine requires optimal amounts of other key nutrients including niacin, pyridoxine, vitamin C and iron for synthesis. Following production, L-carnitine is transported to the cardiac and skeletal muscle, where 98% of total body L-carnitine is stored. The heart and skeletal muscles, as well as many other tissues, depend on fatty acid oxidation as a source of energy. L-carnitine is an essential nutrient required for the transportation of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix. Within the mitochondria of each cell, a metabolic process called beta-oxidation occurs, resulting in the production of energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). L-carnitine also aids in the transport of short-chain and medium-chain fatty acids out of the mitochondria and aids in the liberation of coenzyme A, an important component of ATP.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-carnitine is an amino acid essential for the transport of fatty acids into the cell mitochondria. Research has shown that L-carnitine stimulates the use of fat for fuel and boosts metabolism, which plays a key role in weight management. L-carnitine has also been found to support cardiovascular health and to increase aerobic capacity during exercise. The L-Carnitine formulation provides 500 mg of L-carnitine per capsule, now delivered using quick-release, fast-absorbing Licaps\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTechnology. The Licaps\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecapsule shell matrix seals and protects the nutrient inside with a nitrogen bubble, ensuring maximum freshness. The thin shell dissolves rapidly, releasing a liquid formulation that speeds nutrient absorption. These cutting-edge advancements in capsule filling, sealing and nutrient delivery ensure therapeutic potency and efficacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepletion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome individuals require supplemental L-carnitine to maintain normal metabolism. In addition, L-carnitine requirements vary under certain conditions. For example, L-carnitine is removed from the circulation during hemodialysis. Impaired L-carnitine synthesis by the kidneys may also contribute to the potential for carnitine deficiency in patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing hemodialysis. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of L-carnitine in hemodialysis patients for the prevention and treatment of L-carnitine deficiency. Additionally, certain medications including anticonvulsants and nucleoside analogues used in the treatment of HIV infection, may produce a secondary L-carnitine deficiency. Pivalic acid-containing antibiotics may also produce a secondary L-carnitine deficiency, as may certain chemotherapy agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuscle Recovery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA double-blind, placebo, crossover study found that 2 g of L-carnitine had positive effects and significantly attenuated markers of purine metabolism, free radical formation, muscle tissue disruption, and muscle soreness after physical exertion. A randomized, placebo-controlled study suggested L-carnitine can improve exercise tolerance and muscle strength while decreasing lactic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Production and Metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-carnitine is known to play a central role in metabolism, specifically in the production of energy from fatty acids. Dietary L-carnitine supplementation has been shown to have a metabolic effect, facilitating fatty acid oxidation in overweight animals undergoing rapid weight loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCardiovascular Health\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdministration of L-carnitine has been shown to support the health of myocardial tissues in a number of experimental model systems and to improve cardiovascular wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ee-safe-html ee-safe-html-spacing-20\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e1 capsule three times per day or as recommended by your health care professional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortho Molecular Products","offers":[{"title":"60 CT","offer_id":45915786870947,"sku":"730060","price":48.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"120 CT","offer_id":45924384407715,"sku":"730120","price":85.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8717\/3795\/files\/730-60-l_carnitine.tmb-media470.png?v=1756275196","url":"https:\/\/curatedwellness.com\/products\/ortho-molecular-products-l-carnitine","provider":"Curated Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}