A major cause of aging is the deterioration of the
energy-producing components of the cell, which results
in reduced cellular metabolic activity, the accumulation
of cellular debris, and eventual death of the cell.
The amino acid L-carnitine helps to maintain cellular
energy metabolism by assisting in the transport of fat
through the cell membrane and into the mitochondria
within the cell, where these fats are oxidized to
produce the cellular energy ATP.
Acetyl-l-carnitine is the acetylated ester of the
amino acid L-carnitine. Acetyl-l-carnitine and
L-carnitine are absorbed into the bloodstream efficiently
and both are very effective at carrying fatty acids
across the membrane into the cell, where they are burned
as energy and are utilized efficiently in the
mitochondria of the cell.
About 95 percent of cellular energy occurs in the
mitochondria. Acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) is the
biologically active amino acid involved in the transport
of fatty acids into the cell's mitochondria for the
purpose of producing energy. ALC easily crosses the
blood-brain barrier and may have potential in preserving
neurological function.
Acetyl-l-carnitine Arginate is a patented form of
carnitine that stimulates the growth of neurites in the
brain. Studies show that acetyl-l-carnitine arginate
stimulates the growth of new neurites by an astounding
19.5 percent, which is almost four times better than
acetyl-l-carnitine.
The acetylated form of L-carnitine (acetyl-l-carnitine)
facilitates the release and synthesis of acetylcholine by
donating its acetyl group to the production of
acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter.
Acetyl-lcarnitine also enhances the release of dopamine
from neurons and helps it bind to dopamine receptors.
Numerous human and animal studies validate the multiple
beneficial mechanisms that acetyl-l-carnitine exerts in
the brain.
Acetyl-l-carnitine is more effective than L-carnitine
in carrying fatty acids across the membrane into the cell
where they are burned as energy. Since 1995, people
have been supplementing with acetyl-l-carnitine and
deriving the many benefits this form of carnitine has
shown in published scientific studies. With the
discovery of acetyl-l-carnitine arginate, the benefits
of acetyl-l-carnitine can now be greatly augmented.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings Per Container: 100
Amount Per Serving:
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine Hydrochloride: 300 mg
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate Dihydrochloride:
320 mg
Other ingredients: gelatin, rice powder, magnesium
stearate. This product contains NO wheat, yeast, gluten, soy,
or dairy. Contains NO artificial sweeteners,
flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Dosage and Use: Take one capsule three
times daily, preferably on an empty stomach. This
product can be taken in divided doses or all at once.
Caution: For some people, L-carnitine,
especially acetyl-L-carnitine, may have a stimulating
effect. Therefore, it may be unwise to take it in
the evening.
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