According to Oyanagi et al., l-carnitine reduces cardiac cell death, mediates oxidative stress, inhibits the synthesis of fatty acid esters during ischemia events, and aids in the removal of toxins from inside the mitochondria (Oyanagi et al
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E N D Presentation Transcript L-Carnitine Charisma Garcia NFSC 345 Introduction Background Purported Benefits Mechanism of Action Evidence of Benefits Conflicting Research Safety Concerns Professional Position L-Carnitine Essential for Energy Production Naturally Occurs in the Human Body Synthesized in the Liver & Kidneys Derived from the amino acid, Lysine Produces 11-34mg/day (Sufficient to meet all needs!) Dietary L-Carnitine Red meat, dairy, fish, wheat, asparagus, avocado Omnivorous diet: 20-200mg/day (~75% absorbed) No proof of Dietary need exists L-Carnitine as a Supplement Liquid form,Tablets & Capsules Typical Dose: 1000-6000 mg/day ~20% absorbed by the body Generally non-toxic Intended population: Athletes Dieters Purported Benefits Primary Systemic Carnitine Deficiency A recessive gene mutation Cardiovascular Disease Alzheimers Disease Chronic Fatigue In the Elderly Population In Cancer Patients Fat Loss No Evidence EXERCISE PERFORMANCE

Side Effects and Considerations While generally well-tolerated, possible side effects include: Mild water retention Redness or swelling at the injection site Occasional headaches or joint stiffness Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have hormone-sensitive cancers should not use this peptide without physician approval
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