Supplementing With L-Carnitine
With so many bottled supplements out there claiming you can get ripped or lean in weeks by just using their product, it’s hard to weed out the useful ones from the duds. However, there is one supplement that’s gaining popularity that can help you in your quest to get jacked. L- Carnitine.
L-Carnitine is an amino acid produced naturally in your body, albeit very sparingly. It helps to oxidize fatty acids (it helps break them down into energy). Beef, nuts, and legumes are all natural sources of L-Carnitine. However, the best way to ensure you’re getting enough is to supplement.
For someone who exercises regularly, eats a balanced diet, and is looking to gain lean muscle mass and burn fat 1.5 - 2 grams of L-Carnitine daily will suffice.
You can find it at most drugstores and healthfood stores.
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Great information! There are literally thousands of supplements out there now so every bit of information helps to make an informed decision.
I’ve heard mixed reviews of l-carnitine. I’m a big believer in supplementing with creatine, glutamine, and whey to help build muscle. I’ll have to look into l-carnitine more…
I’ve been using L-Carnitine for awhile since I found that it seemed to shorten my recovery. But it may just be in my head because there really is no evidience that it is metabolized in pill form, or that we don’t get enough in our diet. Thankfully, it doesn’t seem to have any side effects, so in my head or not they’re still part of my routine.
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