Acetyl L-Carnitine Supplement

About Acetyl L-Carnitine Supplement

Acetyl L-Carnitine is produced in the body from the two amino acids lysine and methionine, plus an acetyl group. The form of L-Carnitine that contains an "acetyl" group has been demonstrated in research to cross the blood brain barrier more effectively than other forms of L-Carnitine. This means that Acetyl L-Carnitine supports fat metabolism and offers some remarkable effects in the brain. This allows Acetyl L-Carnitine to be classed as a nootropic.

Once Acetyl L-Carnitine enters the brain it donates an acetyl group for the synthesis of acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter (brain chemical) crucial for memory and learning. This amino acid is often used to improve cognitive function and assist in managing the signs and symptoms of alzheimer's disease. 

Research published by Frontiers in Bioscience in 2016 showed that Acetyl-L-Carnitine has antioxidant and neuroprotective effects. This means that it may assist in protecting neurons from damage. This supplement also supports a healthy mood, offering natural anti-depressant effects. 

Acetyl L-Carnitine promotes the delivery of the long-chain fatty acids to the cell for oxidation and energy synthesis. Therefore, this supplement may assist with general energy levels and help fight fatigue. A study published in Neuropsychobiology back in 1997 demonstrated that supplementation improves the clinical status of chronic fatigue sufferers. And for a resistant condition that has no medical treatment, this was quite an impressive finding. Acetyl L-Carnitine is also great for support during weight loss programs, and may also be taken prior to exercise to enhance energy and the fat-burning effect. A comprehensive meta-analysis of the available research up to 2016 indicated that supplementation with Carnitine during a weight loss program leads to 1.33kg more fat loss than placebo. This was published in Obesity Reviews. 

By definition, Acetyl L-Carnitine is not a stimulant and is fine for use in the evening or even before bed. There are many different forms of carnitine, such as carnitine tartrate, GPLC and pure carnitine. These forms of carnitine assist with energy levels, mitochondrial health, exercise performance and recovery, and fat-burning, without the nootropic benefits.