Dr Lalitha Badul
L-carnitine is an amino acid that is naturally produced in the body. L-carnitine supplements are used to increase L-carnitine levels in people whose natural level of L-carnitine is too low because they have a genetic disorder, or because they are undergoing a medical procedure that uses up the body’s L-carnitine.
It is also used as a replacement supplement in strict vegetarians, dieters, and low-weight or premature infants.
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L-carnitine is used for conditions of the heart and blood vessels including heart-related chest pain, congestive heart failure (CHF), heart complications of a disease called diphtheria, heart attack, leg pain caused by circulation problems, and high cholesterol.
Some people use L-carnitine for muscle disorders associated with certain AIDS medications, male infertility, a brain development disorder called Rett syndrome, anorexia, chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, overactive thyroid, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), leg ulcers, Lyme disease, and to improve athletic performance and endurance.
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The body can convert L-carnitine to other amino acids called acetyl-L-carnitine and propionyl-L-carnitine
How does it work?
L-carnitine helps the body produce energy. It is important for heart and brain function, muscle movement, and many other body processes.
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