Amino acids
L-Carnitine
Fat oxidation
Fatty-acid transport into mitochondria; energy metabolism. Common dose 500–2000 mg.
How L-Carnitine appears on labels
Supplement labels list L-Carnitine under several names depending on the chemical form used. Any of these on an ingredients panel counts toward your L-Carnitine intake:
- l-carnitine
- carnitine
- acetyl-l-carnitine
- alcar
- acetyl l-carnitine
Deep dive
For mechanism of action, dosing protocols, evidence grade, and interaction warnings on L-Carnitine, see the full encyclopedia entry:
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) encyclopedia entry →Related amino acids
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Get the appMedical disclaimer. This page is educational and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare provider. Targets and upper limits are general adult reference values; individual needs vary by age, sex, pregnancy status, and clinical context.