L-Carnitine was first isolated by Russian scientists V. S. Gulevich and R. Z. Krimberg in 1905. In 1962, the physiological role of carnitine was identified - it transports long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria through the inner membrane.
L-Carnitine is a transport for the oxidation of substances in mitochondria (energy stations of cells). When you have a daily calorie deficit, your body is forced to break down your fats and use them for energy. In order to transport the broken down fats to the mitochondria and burn them, L-Carnitine is used, which facilitates and speeds up this process.
Dosages up to one gram, which are contained in various coffee for weight loss and dietary supplements, will not have the desired effect, and more often you simply will not feel the effect. The recommended daily dose of L-Carnitine is 2-4 grams. In professional sports, during preparation for competitions, as well as at maximum loads, the dose of the drug is increased to 8-10 grams daily. It should not be forgotten that taking L-Carnitine on an empty stomach can provoke dyspeptic disorder. For diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, it is not recommended to exceed a dosage of more than 5 grams per day.
L-Carnitine performs its functions under the appropriate conditions (diet, peak loads, dosage), bringing tangible results in physical activity with regular calorie deficiencies. It is not a panacea for losing weight and, having a rather high cost, does not require mandatory use. I have personally tested L-Carnitine using 5 grams per day, dividing the 150 grams pack by month. I didn't notice anything special until I stopped taking it. The fact is that at that time I was just seriously thinking about the process of losing weight. Accordingly, without experience, I had no idea how L-Carnitine should work.
Re-taking L-Carnitine made it possible to feel the difference, with a competent diet and exercise program. The effect was expressed in increased endurance with a regular lack of calories. There was no sleepiness during the day. Considering that the supplement has no pronounced side effects at dosages of up to 5 grams, L-Carnitine can be a supplement during peak periods and diets. The drug does not show significant results on the scales. Feels like it can be called an "energy drink", but not a fat burner. Ultimately, L-Carnitine helps to speed up the transport of digested fats, forming energy from fat stores.
