Thursday, December 11, 2008

L-Carnitine = ...

Here at Fitness365, we believe in the benefits of supplementation to help our readers achieve their fitness goals. With that in mind, we profile different supplements that help with various aspects of a healthy lifestyle. Today we will be dealing with a supplement that I find very useful called l-carnitine.

There are two types of carnitines: l-carnitine and acetyl l-carnitine. Acetyl l-carnitine usually enhances mental clarity and focus, along with slight mood elevation, while the effects of l-carnitine tend to be more physical. L-Carnitine may provide physical energy while acetyl l-carnitine provides more mental energy. Both acetyl l-carnitine and l-carnitine are powerful antioxidants. This article will focus on the benefits of l-carnitine.

L-Carnitine is an amino acid-like and a vitamin B-like substance which can be supplied to the body through food as well as manufactured by the body itself. L-Carnintine assists in weight management by speeding up the rate at which fatty acids are broken down, increasing the resting metabolic rate and encourages muscle growth.

What makes l-carnitine such a powerful and useful supplement is it's effect on different areas of the human body. L-Carnitine has been shown to effect positively:

Muscles

  • Increases strength and endurance.
  • Relieves physical and mental fatigue.
  • Promotes and maintains new development of muscle mass.
  • Reduces muscle injuries and sore muscles.
  • Accelerates regeneration.

Heart

  • Increases cardiac output.
  • Lowers the heart rate under stress.
  • Reduces symptoms of heart failure, angina pectoris.

Immune Cells

  • Supplies energy to immune cells.
  • Increases activity of immune cells under stress.
  • Doesn’t strain the immune system.

Liver

  • Improves liver function.
  • Reduces problems of fatty liver.
  • Accelerates renewal of liver tissue.

L-Carnitine has been shown to be essential in weight loss and has anti-aging properties. L-Carnitine will give an energy boost, which in addition to converting body fat to fuel will elevate certain enzymes needed to metabolize sugars, starches, and other carbohydrates. This supplement is a daily requirement for any person looking to stay or become active. Thanks for your ear and keep reading!

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