After strenuous exercise, the body starts using fat stores for energy, and carnitine makes that possible. In theory, carnitine would help the body to use fat stores earlier, resulting in weight loss. Direct changes in weight loss have not been substantiated, but its antioxidant and metabolism benefits may assist in body composition changes for someone who is already eating well and exercising.

The heart, on the other hand, uses fat for energy much more frequently, which means it requires carnitine more frequently. For this reason, L-carnitine - the bioavailable form of carnitine supplementation - is often paired with treatment and recovery from heart conditions.

Aside from energy use, other variables can lead to decreased carnitine levels and warrant supplementation, as well. Vegetarians tend to have low carnitine levels, not only because they avoid animal protein in their diets but also the bacteria to process it. In order to replenish circulating carnitine levels, supplementation may be beneficial. Thyroid imbalance - in excess or deficit - has also been connected with depleted carnitine levels.

• Because carnitine is a component of fat metabolism, it may be beneficial when consuming a high fat diet. Metabolic disorders are often induced by high fat intake. Pairing high fat meals and diets with L-carnitine supplementation may mitigate these risks and help the body to react more efficiently to the fat intake.
• Antioxidants repair cell damage and fight free radicals in the body. Because fat cells carry toxins and damaging effects with it, obesity is more complex than body composition or a number on a scale. The antioxidant effects of L-carnitine can be a beneficial ally when battling obesity.
• While L-carnitine will not necessarily reduce body weight as a standalone weight loss effort, it does help to metabolize fat. This effect could help to prevent the accumulation of body fat and make energy expenditure more efficient. Antioxidant effects may extend throughout the body and into cardiac health, as well. All stress takes a toll on the body, and cardiovascular health is no exception. By helping to mitigate the effects of oxidative stress, L-carnitine may be protective when cardiac health is a concern.
• Thyroid imbalance, particularly hyperthyroidism, can deplete levels of carnitine stored in the muscles and circulating in the body. Supplementation can help to restore carnitine levels when thyroid levels are outside of the range of normal.
• Metabolism is the body’s way of converting food into energy. Without effective metabolism, energy levels will be unstable. Carnitine may be one of the nutraceutical supplements that can contribute to balanced energy levels and the alleviation of chronic fatigue.

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