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The available research on L-carnitine supplementation does not appear to support claims of enhanced aerobic or anaerobic exercise performance. While it is true that carnitine plays a vital role in energy metabolism, additional carnitine from exogenous sources does not appear to yield any benefit above and beyond the necessary physiological dose.
Results from experimental data on dietary supplements must be judiciously applied given the limitations of the research methods employed. Many authors note that 'highly trained subjects' were used. However, there is no uniform definition for training status. A 'highly trained' athlete in one study may be a 'moderately-conditioned' athlete in another, and vice-versa.
External links
. Article on Carnitine
. Molecule of the Month
. Carnitine Team
. Why Carnitine?
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. Applications
. Studies
It can be synthesised within the body from the amino acids lysine or methionine. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is essential to the synthesis of carnitine.
It has been speculated that during growth or pregnancy the requirement of carnitine could exceed its natural production.