L-Carnitine - Amino Acid For Metabolism
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L-Carnitine is an amino acid found in high levels in muscle tissue & is synthesized in the body from Lysine and Methionine. L-Carnitine plays an essential role in fat metabolism, by transporting long-chain fatty acids into the Mitochondria; which act like power houses and make energy available to the body of the cell. Long-chain Fatty acids are oxidized in mitochondria by a process called beta-oxidation & stored as ATP, a prime energy fuel. Beta-oxidation is especially important for our muscles, which largely depend on fatty acids for energy.
L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring substance found in most cells of the body, particularly the brain and neural tissues, muscles, and heart. L-Carnitine is synthesized primarily in the liver and also in the kidneys, and must be transported to other tissues. It is most concentrated in tissues that use fatty acids as their primary dietary fuel, such as skeletal and cardiac (heart) muscle. In this regard, L-Carnitine plays an important role in energy production by chaperoning activated fatty acids (Acyl-CoA) into the Mitochondrial matrix for metabolism and chaperoning intermediate compounds out of the Mitochondrial matrix to prevent their accumulation. L-Carnitine plays a fundamental role in energy production, and it is used to support all bodily functions that require high levels of energy.
USES Of L-CARNITINE
The amount of L-Carnitine made by the human body is generally not sufficient to meet bodily requirements, so we need to obtain some L-Carnitine from our diet. Meat and dairy products like milk, cheese and yoghurt, are rich sources of L-Carnitine. One of the key uses of L-Carnitine supplement is for fatty acid oxidation - helping users burn unwanted body fat & helps in lose weight. Other immense uses Of L-Carnitine are as follows L-Carnitine helps in slowing down the aging process
L-Carnitine transfers long-chain fatty acids, triglycerides into mitochondria (a cell's energy powerhouse), where they may be oxidized to produce energy.
L-Carnitine is also great in dieting as it reduces feelings of hunger and weakness.
L-Carnitine is a very popular supplement that promotes growth and development.
L-Carnitine beneficially uses to avoid deficiency of protein or amino acids in the diet.
L-Carnitine improves fat oxidation by efficient energy release obtained from burning fat.
L-Carnitine supplementation appears promising as a treatment for intermittent claudicating.
L-Carnitine supplementation improves athletic performance in healthy people
In addition to helping those with Carnitine deficiencies, L-Carnitine supplementation may benefit individuals in avoiding Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), High Cholesterol & Intermittent Claudicating
L-Carnitine is used to prevent and treat this condition in patients with kidney disease on dialysis
L-Carnitine is used for fat-burning, increasing energy, and improving resistance to muscle fatigue. L-Carnitine has also been shown to help build muscle.
L-Carnitine Enhance cellular energy in the brain
L-Carnitine improves mental performance
L-Carnitine founds to decreases symptoms of depression & helps in preventing cataracts.
EFFECTS Of L-CARNITINE
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur, they may need medical attention.
There are very few documented side effects including increase in blood pressure, faster heartbeats & Fever.
Large amounts of L-Carnitine may cause diarrhea
In infancy and in situations of high energy needs, such as pregnancy and breast-feeding, the need for L-Carnitine can exceed production by the body.
Lack of L-Carnitine can also affect brain function and it is essential that baby formulae contain some L-Carnitine to ensure proper brain development
L-Carnitine supplementation may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhea.
Lack of L-Carnitine can lead to liver, heart, and muscle problems
Most commonly side effects of L-Carnitine includes High blood pressure, Seizures , Abdominal or stomach cramp, headache, Abdominal discomfort, dizziness, impaired vision, loss of appetite or weight, swelling in hands, lower legs, and feet, tingling sensation & weakness
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