Ecological Formulas, L-Carnitine Powder 250 Grams
This scientifically designed dietary supplement contains the essential nutrient L-carnitine-L-tartrate. This free-flowing L-carnitine salt contains L-carnitine (68%) and the natural GRAS L-tartaric acid (32%).
L-carnitine is an amino acid (a building block for proteins) naturally produced in the body.
L-carnitine supplements are used to increase L-carnitine levels in people whose natural level is too low because they have a genetic disorder, are taking certain drugs (valproic acid for seizures), or are undergoing a medical procedure (hemodialysis for kidney disease) that uses up the body's L-carnitine. They are also used as a replacement supplement in strict vegetarians, dieters, and low-weight or premature infants.
L-carnitine is used for conditions of the heart and blood vessels including heart-related chest pain, congestive heart failure (CHF), heart complications of a disease called diphtheria, heart attack, leg pain caused by circulation problems (intermittent claudication), and high cholesterol.
Some people use L-carnitine for muscle disorders associated with certain AIDS medications, difficulty fathering a child (male infertility), a brain development disorder called Rett syndrome, anorexia, chronic fatigue syndrome, High sugar levels, overactive thyroid, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), leg ulcers, Lyme disease, and to improve athletic performance and endurance.
The body can convert L-carnitine to other amino acids called acetyl-L-carnitine and propionyl-L-carnitine. But, no one knows whether the benefits of carnitines are interchangeable. Until more is known, don't substitute one form of carnitine for another.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 0.25 Teaspoon
Servings Per Container: 250
Amount Per Serving
L-Carnitine L-Tartrate ... 1 gram
Dosage
Take one-quarter teaspoon daily, or as directed by a physician.
Disclaimer
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not evaluated these statements. These products are not meant to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program, before using these or any product during pregnancy, or if you have a serious medical condition.
