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l-Carnitine: Fat Burning Supplement
This is a segment from my KETO ADAPTED.
There is no doubt that the most effective means of attaining weight loss is by means of maintaining a well-balanced diet program and having a regular exercising routine. A very effective weight loss supplement that can be used alongside is carnitine which is extremely beneficial in increasing weight loss by mobilizing fat in the body and increasing calorie burning. Discovered in 1905, it is a water-soluble, vitamin-like compound that is readily used in the body. Dietary carnitine can be found in a number of foods. The best source is meat, particularly beef, sheep, and lamb. Other animal foods such as cheese and poultry contain somewhat less carnitine.
The function of carnitine is a bit complex. It is an amino acid which aids the breakdown of calories by shuttling fatty acids into the mitochondria which is our ‘fat-burning powerhouse’ in our body. The American Chronicle states there is also another significant reason which makes carnitine stand out among the various other weight loss supplements. Carnitine has the unique distinction of keeping watch and restricting the accumulation of fat around the liver and heart.
This unique supplement also helps enhance muscle strength and aids in reduction of triglyceride levels in the body. Carnitine furthermore helps reduce irritability and anxiety which is a common side effect amongst dieters. This supplement can help increase your energy at same time suppressing your appetite. Also muscular fatigue is reduced, which can help you go longer and harder in your fitness routine.
Nutrition rich foods and animal protein can help to meet basic levels of nutrition in the body. A person who exercises regularly needs lot of carnitine for overall growth and development. One should replenish this supplement in the body before a deficiency is created. Carnitine is suggested by doctors to those who don’t consume adequate amounts of proteins, vitamins, and amino acids to make up for the deficiency. Deficiency of carnitine can lead to low energy levels and muscular weakness. Cramps and sudden weight gain are often a side effect of low levels of carnitine.
Cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and obesity are some of disease which you can come across if long term deficiency of carnitine happens. Due to lack of animal protein in diet of vegetarians they are most likely to suffer from a deficiency. Doctors consider it to be a very effective supplement for vegetarians.
In the past carnitine was thought to be involved only in the conversion of fat into energy, but scientists have since discovered that it has many far-reaching actions critically related to your appearance, performance and overall health and longevity. Carnitine has been proposed by doctors and scientists as a treatment for many conditions.
Here are some of the many benefits of l-carnitine:
WEIGHT LOSS
L-Carnitine is one of the best supplements in the weight-loss industry which can help you lose those extra pounds. This supplement is most effective because it mobilizes the fat and it disappears more rapidly when you include it with you exercise program. Carnitine shuttles our extra fat to our fat-burning powerhouse in our cells called the mitochondria; energy is produced so as to burn fat easier and go longer during your workout.
EXERCISE PERFORMANCE AND AGING
Aging results in deterioration of the muscles, an increase in body fat, and a decrease in our muscle’s oxidative abilities. One study fed old rats with carnitine at 30 mg/kg body weight, the carnitine levels and oxidative activity of muscle cells was restored. Body composition was also improved; it decreased their abdominal fat and increased muscle fibers. Another study found L-carnitine in a dose of 100 mg/kg body weight improved exercise endurance.
Carnitine has strong antioxidant effects in the body, protecting cell membranes against free radical damage, which occurs at high rates during exercise and as part of the normal aging process. Therefore, long-term carnitine supplementation may slow the detrimental effects of aging on athletic performance.
HYPERTHYROIDISM
Some research suggests that carnitine may prove useful for preventing or reducing symptoms of an overactive thyroid, such as insomnia, nervousness, elevated heart rate, and tremors. In fact, in one study, a small group of people with hyperthyroidism had improvement in these symptoms, as well as normalization of their body temperature, when taking carnitine.
HEART CONDITIONS
• Angina — The top facts for carnitine’s use for heart disease is as an addition to conventional treatment for stable angina. Several clinical trials indicate that carnitine can help reduce symptoms of angina and improve the ability of those with angina to exercise without chest pain. You should not self-treat chest pain, however; see your doctor for diagnosis and conventional treatment, and consider carnitine as extra insurance for your heart.
• Heart attack — Some studies suggest that people who take carnitine supplements soon after a heart attack may be less likely to suffer another heart attack, experience chest pain, or develop heart failure. Carnitine should be used along with conventional medication under your doctor’s supervision.
• Heart Failure — A few studies have found that carnitine (in the form of propionyl-L-carnitine) can help reduce symptoms of heart failure and improve exercise capacity in people with heart failure. However, more studies are needed to confirm any benefit.
PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE
Decreased blood flow to the legs from atherosclerosis (plaque build-up) often causes an aching or cramping pain in the legs while walking or exercising. The reduced blood flow to the legs is called peripheral vascular disease. A number of studies show that carnitine can help ease symptoms and increase the distance people can walk. Most studies have used propionyl-L-carnitine; it isn’t known if L-carnitine would have the same effect.
DIABETIC NEUROPATHY
High blood sugar levels and diabetes often damage nerves in the body, especially the arms, legs, and feet; the condition is called diabetic neuropathy. Some studies suggest acetyl-L-carnitine may help decrease pain and increase normal feeling in affected nerves. It is also promising that carnitine can help nerves regenerate.
MALE INFERTILITY AND ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
Low sperm counts have been connected to low carnitine levels. Numerous studies advocate that carnitine supplementation may enhance sperm count and mobility. Studies also suggest that propionyl-L-carnitine could help male sexual function. One study found that carnitine significantly improved the effectiveness of Viagra in men with diabetes who until that time had not responded to Viagra.
CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME (CFS)
Scientists find that chronic fatigue syndrome may be causes by deficiencies of many nutrients, including carnitine. L-carnitine has been compared to a medication for fatigue in a study of 30 people with CFS. Those who took carnitine did much better than those who took the medication, particularly after receiving the supplement for 4 – 8 weeks.
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DOSAGE RECOMMENDATION
• Weight loss: 2 – 4 grams daily
• Peripheral vascular disease: 2 – 4 g per day
• Diabetic neuropathy: 3 g per day
• Male infertility: 500 – 1,000 mg three times daily
• Chronic fatigue syndrome: 500 – 1,000 mg up to four times per day
• Overactive thyroid: 2 – 4 g per day in two to four divided doses
TESTIMONY OF THE DAY
I was lucky enough to meet Leah on the Low Carb Cruise and at KetoCon! I ADORE her and her husband!
“Maria,
As I sit here and try to put into words what you have done for me, I get all teared up because I know I can not do it justice. In 2013 I was living overseas and going through a very hectic time in my life but still working out and eating what I believed to be “clean” food, nothing processed. I was following one of those work out plans where the food is a big part of the program but it just wasn’t working for me…something was wrong. Being that my husband, Steve and I wanted to get even more serious about our health journey we decided that extra hormones like birth control wasn’t something I needed in my body anymore. Within 7 days of having it removed I gained 10 lbs then 15, 20, 25, and it increased until 60 lbs in a few weeks. I was on every blog, post and website trying to figure out the correlation between hormones/birth control and weight gain but came up more frustrated and depressed as I had never had major issues like that before. A coworker whom you worked with told me about how you were helping her husband from abroad and so I thought, why not?! I have nothing to lose but all this weight and frustration! The weekend prior to starting, Steve and I went on a short vacation to Poland where we ate all the meats and pierogi’s we could get our hands on…but on 1 May, I woke up and said enough was enough and started. That first day was eye opening! The only thing at the breakfast buffet were eggs and lunch meat and so my journey began….That was a little over 3 years ago.
Since then, using your amazing books, website and social media sites, particularly the 30 Day Ketogenic Cleanse book, I have lost 60 lbs and gained muscle! I am no longer pre-diabetic, no longer on metformin and have never felt better! My husband also has lost 20 lbs and has seen an increase to his performance in the gym and riding dirt bikes.
Keto has become such a lifestyle to us that we can’t help but tell everyone about our story, your websites and groups. I have hosted so many information sessions during my lunch breaks and brought in some recipes to show and tell friends how simple it can be to go low carb. So many of them are doing well and losing fat!
Some of our friends and family think we’re crazy for going on the low carb cruise this past May (where we first met) and then again, last weekend at KETOCON (where we also got to meet Craig!), but it’s such a passion of ours and we love our Keto tribe which of course you are a major part of! I can’t thank you enough for everything you have done for the Keto community. Looking forward to the next event you’ll be at, your family is wonderful.
PS: we definitely want to make it to Italy and the Keto Condo!!!!
Here are the pics again from the cruise, KetoCon and my before/after pics. I have more but I think this tells the story in great pics!” – Love, Leah
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Hello Maria,
I was wondering if you had any idea when the best time to take this is? I work out 3x a week and cardio 2x a week, the bottle says take with a meal but I have seen suggestions all over the map when researching on the internet. I was just wondering if it was more benifical to take before or after exercise, or just do what the bottle says? Thanks.
I would recommend right away in the AM on empty stomach. 🙂
For weight loss when do i take lcarnitine?
Right away when you wake up.
I eat low carb and was wondering what you thought about coenzyme10? I see alot of low carbers take it but have not seen it in any of your posts, also if it is good what dosage do you suggest and time of day to take? Love the recipies on here!
COQ10 is a great supplement, especially for the heart. Dose depends on your specific condition but here is one I use. 🙂
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B002G4XO9W
Is l-carnitine the same as acetyl l carnitine?
acetyl is a form that is also good for the brain. 😉
So for weight loss only 2 to 4 g but the bottle says 750 g so how do I take it
Bottle says 750 mg. SO 4 would be 3 grams. 🙂
Hi Maria, would you recommend food supplements on a daily basis or once in a while when our body needs them? What food supplements do you get on a daily basis? Thanks!
It really depends on a lot of factors (thyroid or hormone issues, etc). I do think some things are good for everyone to take like magnesium, bifido bacteria, fish oil or MCT oil. For us northerners, vitamin D3 and K2 in the winter. 🙂
Hi I am just reading Secrets to a healthy metabolism, and thinking of buying some of you supplement list. I have just been online an added them to an online basket and got a HUGE total at the end. So far my list looks like this:
Resveratrol Capsules (
CLA Thermo
5-HTP Tablets (50mg)
Coenzyme Q10 Tablets (30mg)
Alpha Lipoic Acid Capsules
L-Carnitine (500mg)
L-Glutamine Tablets (500mg)
I already take multivitamins and greent tea extract, and my goal is to speed up my sluggish metabolism and loose some fat, that i seem to hold around my thighs and stomach. I eat a healthy hih protein fat diet and excercise most days, i wondered if there were any you wuld reccomend more than others as at this point in time as a student cannot affor them all. (I also suffer from anxiety and stress and lack of energy
Sorry to keep messaging you! but i love ur blog and book and feel like there is soo much amazing info to take in and make sense of!
Thanks Rachel 😀
Hi, This is comlex as I really need to know what areas you are dificient in to know what to supplements to suggest. That is what I do in my health assessment. In general, for weight loss, 2 grams of L-Carnitine and 400mg of COQ10 are great. These might be better prices.
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B002G4XO9W
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B000Y8E3CE
For the stress and anxiety, there are many supplements but it depends on you areas of deficiency as to which are best for you.
After buying your book this week I bought some L-carnitine and have been taking 4 g in the morning on an empty stomach and have had no problems.
I recommended it to my Mother and she took it this morning and had a horrible stomach reaction. Vomiting and stomach cramps.
Any idea why that would cause that?
That is probably too high a dose for her. Have her start with 500mg. Or she could try L-Tyrosine instead (more for thyroid health too) 🙂
I have been taking this (3grams) in am on empty stomach, as per health assessment recommendation. I finally noticed this morning almost as soon as I take it, I get sleepy and feel like I need a nap. Now I am confused, I know it’s supposed to help with energy.
No. It shuttles triglycerides to the mitochondria to produce energy. I have never heard of this. If anything it can cause excess energy where people back down on the dose.
I was wondering, if I get the powder version how much do I take? Is it still just 2-3 grams or do I have to take a lot more of the powder? I’m trying to figure out the most cost effective way of taking this stuff 🙂
Same dose. 🙂
Thank you! Given the smell and taste, I’m slightly regretting the powder :s Oh well, whatever helps to be healthy 🙂
I know that I may be asking a redundant question so please, if it’s easier, just refer me to a previous blog where this question might have been answered already. I’m a 43 year old female with no apparent health issues, nor do I really need to lose weight but I do exercise regularly and have recently been trying to improve my family’s eating habits just for a healthier way of living for us, and I stumbled upon your site. There are so many supplements that you and other nutritional experts suggest that it can be so overwhelming. I know it is based on individual needs but are there just a few basic ones that you can suggest for someone my age to start with for just basic health? I would love to see my tummy get more toned and flatter but again, I am not overweight, just have a bit of a pot belly that I can never seem to get rid of. Also, I think I could benefit from supplements that help maintain a balance of healthy bacteria in my gut. Thank you in advance for your time.
There are a few that I think everyone can benefit from. Magnesium glycinate, a good bifido bacteria, fish oil, vitamin K2. 🙂
What would Magnesium glycinate and Vitamin K2 be for? And regarding fish oil? Any specific type or brand you recommend? I checked your Amazon store and didn’t find any.
Magnesium helps for so many things. Here is an example:
http://mariamindbodyhealth.com/easy-maple-pumpkin-flan-and-magnesium-miracle/
I like this one (cod liver or krill oils):
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20?node=118&page=2
Sorry, just noticed the Cod Liver oil on your Amazon store. 🙂
Just wondering if magnesium citrate (which you have listed in your Amazon store) is the same as magnesium glycinate (which you recommend taking)? Also what type of bifido bacteria do you recommend (i don’t see that one in your Amazon store)?
Citrate can have a slight laxitive effect on some people. 🙂
Maria, I had taken L-carnitine, and just now I had notice that there is l-canitine and l-carnitine from l-carnitine tartrate, so, is ir different? Witch one should I take, or are they the same?
Hmm, not sure. This is the one I take. 🙂
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B000Y8E3CE
I have been taking L-Carnitine everyday on an empty stomach for a couple months now. I just found out yesterday that I’m pregnant. Do I continue taking this supplement throughout the pregnancy?
You can ask your doctor, but it shouldn’t be a problem. Congrats!
Seeing that carnitine can help with hyperthyroidism, should it be avoided with those with hypothyroidism? I am on thyroxine for hypothyroid and wonder if I should avoid it…..
Yes, L-tyrosine would be better for you. 😉
Thanks for your reply Maria. You suggest l-tyrosine would be better, but don’t they have different functions? I already take 400g l-tyrosine in the morning as suggested by you but am keen to maximize my fat mobilization and fatigue. tIA
For us that have Hypothyroidism, you recommend L-tyrosine. Would the dosing be the same? is there any other supplement you suggest to stay away from. I have heard that the L-carnitine would affect the medication, so curious if there are other that could interfere?
No, it shouldn’t.
Maria, I have Hashimoto’s. I had a total thyroidectomy in 2002. I take cytomel for thyroid replacement. Is it safe for me to take?
Yes, it is fine. 🙂
I am already CLA extreme which in two pills I’m getting 200mg of L-Carnatine a day. Is this enough? Can I take L-Carnatine along with the CLA extreme?
Yes, you can. I take about 2 grams a day (so 2000mg of l-carnitine). 🙂
If you have an under active thyroid would it cause it to slow more or would it be safe to take?
On Amazon reviews some people were saying Dr Oz does not recommend taking this because of increased heart attack risk? Can you please let us know what you think?
I have not heard of any study pointing to that. L-Carnitine with CoQ10 is great for heart health. 😉
Oh, and the study he references is bogus. Here is a good analysis of that study:
http://www.westonaprice.org/blogs/cmasterjohn/2013/04/10/does-carnitine-from-red-meat-contribute-to-heart-disease-through-intestinal-bacterial-metabolism-to-tmao/
Is this safe while breast feeding? Any other supplements you recommend for trying to lose weight while nursing?
Well, diet is #1 for weight loss. Otherwise it depends on what your hormones are doing, etc. I do have a Health Mom’s package here. 🙂
http://mariamindbodyhealth.com/fertility-pregnancy-and-babies/
my naturopath recommended this supplement to me as a way of 1) gaining weight and 2) regaining my period.
you don’t talk about either of those two things…
Do you know how l-carnitine might be related to “helping” someone gain weight and/or getting their period back?
(I haven’t menstruated in over 2 years…I’m amenorrheic)
That is not correct on either of those issues. If you have Graves disease, that could be a different situation.
Thank you for replying. I do have thyroid/adrenal problems, but not Graves’ disease.
All the best to you, Maria.
Hello.
I’ve done some research and spoken to the naturopath.
There are different types of l-carnitine.
I believe it is the l-acetyl-carnitine that is good for weight loss.
However, l-carnitine (different form) has actually had a positive effect on anorexics.
Both are good for weight loss. Acetyl has extra benefits for the brain.
My husband and I haave been taking Acetyl L-Carnitine. 500 mg before each meal for a total of 1500 per day. We have noticed we are having strange dreams. We stopped taking it and the dreams have stopped. Has anyone else had this reaction?
I’ve been following Maria’s plan (bought Keto & Advanced Keto packages) for a little over 3 weeks. Still no weight loss yet 🙁 but I do feel better. I think I adapted quickly (paleo for over a year) but this weight has been stubborn to say the least. I also am hypothyroid (and bought the hypothyroid supplement add-on) and take 60mcg of Armour first thing in the morning along with the recommended 3 gm dose of l-Carnitine, but I just read l-Carnitine could adversely affect my thyroid medication. Should I be skipping that early morning l-Carnitine? I’m hopeful I can eventually reduce my thyroid meds (or eliminate… hey, I can dream) but my tests aren’t going to be accurate if the supplements are making my thyroid dose less effective? Forgive me if I missed it somewhere in the literature — I did look. Thanks for any help!
You might want to skip the l-carnitine until you get off your meds in that case.
I will — Thank you!
For weight loss, the NOW brand comes in 1000mg tablets and you recommend 2-4 GRAMS per day? How many MG are in a GRAM and so, how many 1000mg tablets should one take? THANKS MARIA 🙂 UPDATE: I googled “how many milligrams in one gram” and found out that there’s 1000mg in 1 gram so I would need to take 2-4,000mg per day – correct?
Yes, that is correct. 😉
The link for CoQ10 seems to be not working. I found a few NOW versions in my local store but they all seem to be different. Is there another online version you prefer?
Here you go. 🙂
http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B0013OSM34
How is it best to take l-carnitine? With food? Away from food? I also take 5-HTP and L-Tyrosine (which I take away from meals), could I take l-carnitine when I take them?
Thanks!
I take carnitine and tyrosine in the morning 15-30 minutes before breakfast. I take 5-HTP before bed.:)
i have been following your program for a couple of months. I find that one of the supplements is causing restless legs. it is either alpha lipoid acid or acetyl l carnitine. every thing else I’ve used before, i tend to think its the carnitine. what is your take on this? I’ve never had restless legs before.
Are you taking magnesium? Restless leg can be a sign of magnesium deficiency.
yes have always taken magnesium, just switched to the one you recommended. This is the first time I have ever had restless legs and the first time i ever took ALA and L carnitine.
I haven’t heard of anyone getting restless leg from either of those. If it isn’t magnesium, it can also be a sign of low iron.
Can I take l Carnitine while breastfeeding my 7 month old?
It shouldn’t be, but as always, you can check with your doctor to be sure. 🙂
Hi Maria 🙂
After re-reading Keto Adapted for the fourth time, I’m really starting to notice your emphasis of overfeeding days for T3 stimulation and ultimate fat burning. My goal is to lose fat, about 60 lbs of it, but I’m confused about one thing; I also saw that by incorporating overfeeding days, people can with low weights can gain healthy weight on keto. How can overfeeding/high calorie intake serve both purposes of helping people gain or lose fat. I just don’t want to be eating too much on a daily basis (one of the initial things that drew me to keto is that I could eat until full.) I hope my question is clear. Working on scraping together money for a program with you, and as always, thank you, thank you, thank you!
Allie (Alexandra)
* I also saw that by incorporating overfeeding days, people with low weights can gain healthy weight on Keto.*
It keeps the metabolism from getting trained on a certain intake. Same as when intermittent fasting. Over feeding (when trying to lose weight) is just adding 300-400 more calories on one day (every week or two) with the same ratios of fat/protein/carbs. 🙂
Hi there!
Is there a particular time of day that is best to take the L-Carnitine? Thanks so much!
I like to take in the morning on an empty stomach. 🙂
Thanks! 🙂
Maria,
I have two questions about l-carnitine.
The one that is supposed to help with weight-loss and CFS – is that the acetyl or the tartrate? From what I understand – the acetyl is more for brain and tartrate is more for body. Can you confirm?
I don’t have hypo- or hyperthyroid, but I do have LOW Free T3: Is L-carnitine tartrate still safe and effective for me if I’m using it for weight maintenance and CFS?
Thank you so much!
Yes, acetyl is more for brain. L-Carnitine is great for everyone for energy. 🙂
Hi Maria,
I’m getting ready to order supplements, and I have a question about L-Carnitine. I see you’re using the tablets, and then there are also capsules and liquid. I have a very sensitive stomach and if I take too many capsules or tablets I just end up throwing them up. On the back of the liquid carnitine label, a few different kinds contain about 3 g of carbs in the form of glycerin, is this okay, or do you prefer the tablets and capsules. If the later is preferred can I open the capsules and add it to warm bone broth?
I would get capsules and open them into broth, tea, etc. 🙂
I started my keto diet last year and do weight lifting 5 days per week. My current goal is to lower my body fat from 22% to 18%. I am currently taking L-Carnitine 2 tablets (2g) on empty stomach first thing in the morning, is it OK? Is L-Carnitine a long term supplement or should I need to stop taking it once I reach my goal?
L-carnitine is completely natural and safe to take anytime. 🙂
Hi Maria,
Do you know or have you heard more about the L-carnitine helping male infertility. My daughter and her husband had to do IVF (successfully) because of his sperm count was very low. Do you think the L-carnitine would help him? They would like to have another baby but IVF is so expensive. Thank you in advance for your reply. 🙂
That as well as zinc. 50mg Zinc: Helps a lot with hair loss and the thyroid is a zinc hog! The average American consumes less than 10 mg of zinc per day, far less than what is required for normal sugar metabolism or the other functions of zinc in the body. Zinc is also essential for keeping a healthy immune system, building proteins, triggering enzymes, and creating DNA. Zinc also helps the cells in your body communicate by functioning as a neurotransmitter. A deficiency in zinc can lead to low thyroid, stunted growth, diarrhea, acne, impotence, hair loss, eye and skin lesions, impaired appetite, and depressed immunity. A zinc deficiency is a huge issue with salty cravings or craving a bite of sweetness after each meal. I suggest 30-50mg at breakfast…please note that as you increase zinc, it can cause nausea so slowly increase. Start with 15mg a day for a week, and then double it the next week, increase again until you are at 50mg/day. http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B000FGXMAY
MACA: http://astore.amazon.com/marisnutran05-20/detail/B0045W4DYS
MACA is often used to alleviate stress and increase sexual function in both men and women. The Discovery Channel’s Discovery Health shows maca has been found to increase the production of testosterone and sexual function in men, while it helps regulate the levels of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone in women.
Thank you so much Maria!! 🙂
Maria – I found these to be hard to swallow, is this the same thing in capsule form –
Acetyl L-Carnitine? It states it’s a highly bioavailable form of L-Carnitine. It’s now brand as well.
That is a different from but is also great. Good for brain also. 🙂
Thank you 🙂 . Fat burning and brain functioning sounds like a win win – I’ll order it right now. I noticed, with the form you suggest here & In books I had A LOT of energy for workouts first thing in the morning – I like that!
If my age 15 years can i take l-carntine
Everyone has L-Carnitine in their bodies so it is completely safe. You can maybe do 1/2 the adult dose. 🙂
I am new to your site but love it so far. So help me to understand I am to take fhree llillsa day for weight loss.
Yes. Take 3000mg
Hi Maria, I love your suggestions. I am currently on keto diet since last 2 months and have been recently adviced to take l-canitine which I will surely take now that I am convinced after reading your posts. I am also taking oral contaceptives so will it be safe to take canitine as well. I am 42 year old female. Thanks!
Yes
Hi I was wondering does this affect fertility? Is this a natural supplement?
It is natural. Found in red meat.
Hi Maria, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and I need to lose weight. I’m going try the L-Carnitine, but want to know about Arginine? What does it do? I thought I read somewhere it helps breakdown fats, too?
Yep! I write all about it in my book Keto Adapted.
Hi! I’m new to this site n I love it already. I was wondering if I could take both the L-Arginine and L-Carnitine 500 mg each daily for weight loss. If so how much will I need to take?
Hi!
Yes. You can take both. But for weight loss do 1000mg l-tyrosine twice a day and 3000mg l-carnitine in am once a day.
So many questions and answers….it all starts to run together. So, here’s mine: IF you are hypothyroid, have no gallbladder and have a lot of trouble staying asleep at night, should L-carnitine or Acetyl L-carnitine be taken?
I forgot to mention in the question above, that i also have adrenal fatigue, which i am finally after 2 years starting to recover from.
Either would work but only take in the morning when you wake up. You sound like you need Progest cream at night.
Maria,
Thank you for replying. How much would I take?
Also, when I was taking Progesterone (compounded oral supplement) at night, it prevented sleep, which although unusual was something my naturopath PA said was a possibility. My question about that is can I take Progesterone in the morning with the L-Carnitine?
On another note….I have (I think) most of your cookbooks…been buying them for several years.
I recently bought “The 30 Day Ketogenic Cleanse” and after about a month or so of reading and following it, lent it to a friend who was quite interested in my journey. She is very fit but still following the old paradigm of low fat eating, exercise to the max, and some grain consumption. She decided to go all in and your book has become a wonderful source of information for her. It’s really been sweet to watch her eat her allotted fat macro each day and to see the utter, although mystified, JOY she’s experiencing since she’s begun. For the first time in a long time she is not hungry all day long, and once again having SO much fun preparing and cooking all her new Keto recipes. So last week I decided to get her a book of her own. I also added to my library “Quick & Easy Ketogenic Cooking” which I am also LOVING. All your cookbooks are wonderful but these two are beautiful, informative and the recipes are wonderful.
Thank you for all you’re doing to educate and thrill us with this new lifestyle!
I only suggest Progest cream at bedtime.
Have her read my latest blog post;)
Ok…ummmmm….So I decided to re-read all the comments above about this subject and noticed that you recommend l-tyrosine for hypo-thyroid issues instead of acetyl l carnitine. Would you still recommend then for me, given the information about my situation above, that I take acetyl l carnitine or should it be l tyrosine?
I suggest both for thyroid;)
Hi Maria – great information! I am starting this program because I need to lose weight and have been having great difficulty on low carb. My physician wants me to have roux n y surgery and I am so not convinced that it’s the way to go. After reading your information regarding keto, I am changing everything! I will be starting l-carnitine and cla and wanted to know if I should take them separately or together – empty stomach or with a meal.
I am so excited to start this and I thank you for such a wealth of information and help available. Looking forward to success.
Thank you❤
Take l-carbitine in am on empty stomach. Cra with food.