NOW Supplements, Acetyl-L Carnitine 500 mg, Amino Acid, Brain And Nerve Cell Function*, 200 Veg Capsules

Do you have no energy, lack of clarity, depressed? TRY THIS!

I have Fibromyalgia with chronic fatigue. Most days I spend the day in bed. I read some articles on ALC and researched studies before I tried it. I always do this because I take several medications. Also, speak with your doctor. I'm not sure what your doctor is like but I asked one of mine about taking acetyl l-carnitine and she said herbs and vitamins are not overseen by the FDA so she really couldn't tell me anything about it. She did look it up on her laptop and we discussed it a bit. Anyway, back to the product. Due to the research I did, I started out with a dose of 3 capsules in the am and 2 in the afternoon. First day I had great energy, clarity and a good mood. Second day the same thing. But before it was time for me to take the 2nd dose, day 2, I noticed a rash on my lower legs. From past experience this is what happens when I'm allergic to something. I didn't take that 2nd dose. The next morning the rash was gone. I took 2 capsules. No energy, no clarity and no good mood. The next morning I cecided to go ahead and try taking just one dose of 3 for the day. Yea! Here comes the energy, clarity and good mood. I have continued to take 3 a day and have not broken out again. There are days still that I don't get out of bed but that's because I've been able to do things for 3 days before that! Haha! I don't know how to pace myself yet. I would highly recommend anyone who has a problem with fatigue to try ALC. I would highly recommend anyone with memory problems try ALC. I would also highly recommend someone who has anxiety, depression or low moods to try it. Do your reading, ask your doctor and see what it will do for you. It changed my life

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Nurse approved!

I used to have nerve pain that radiated from my butt cheeks all the way to my heels. I started taking this daily and now I'm 100% pain free! I had tried Gabapentin and disliked the side effects previously. I'm a nurse and spend 12 hours on my feet 3-4 days a week and have been pain free no matter what I put my body through. A real life changing supplement

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Not good if you have Thyroid condition

Works well with brain cognitivity however blocks the conversion of T-4 to T3 (Thyroid) Had to stop. Unfortunately

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ALCAR

L-Carnitine is involved in energy metabolism and mitochondrial protection. It is made in the body, but can also be consumed through food. Supplementation of L-carnitine does not burn fat unless the individual is deficient in L-carnitine. L-Carnitine and the related compound Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) are compounds able to alleviate the effects of aging and disease on mitochondria, while increasing the mitochondria's potential to burn fat. ALCAR is often used as a brain booster, due to its ability to increase alertness and mitochondrial capacity while providing support for the neurons. ALCAR has been shown to be very effective at alleviating the side effects of aging, like neurological decline and chronic fatigue. ALCAR supplementation is also a very safe method of improving insulin sensitivity and blood vessel health, particularly for people with delicate or weakened cardiac health. ALCAR can also protect neurons and repair certain damage, such as that caused by diabetes and diabetic neuropathy. Theoretically, ALCAR supplementation for fat burning should work well, but studies on ALCAR in isolation do not show very good results. Fat loss is typically attributed to the increased activity done by people, from the increased energy they have from ALCAR supplementation. The standard dose for L-carnitine is between 500-2,000mg. There are various forms of carnitine supplementation available. Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) is used for cognitive enhancement. L-Carnitine L-Tartrate (LCLT) is typically used for physical performance and power output. Glycine Propionyl L-Carnitine (GPLC) is used to alleviate intermittent claudication and blood flow issues. L-carnitine is supplemented daily. The equivalent dosage range for other forms of L-carnitine are as follows: 630-2,500mg (ALCAR), 1,000-4,000mg (LCLT) and 1,000-4,000mg (GPLC)

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Mental tasks are easier/ I have more energy

It definitely works but shouldn't be taken with levothyrixine within four hours of each other. This brand is as good as any but it can compound the effects of caffeine leading to panic attacks. I definitely recommend it for anyone with fatigue or MS related fatigue. Start at 500mg and then every 3 weeks go up.It interferes with sleep if taken after 3pm

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The good and the bad.

Fantastic for reducing and make disappear small growths on your skin. I call it my "spot" remover. Anything unusual on my arms just go away after taking this. Had a basal cell carcinoma removed on my forearm recently. Another one started popping up. Two weeks of taking Acetyl-L-Carnitine made it disappear completely. Reduces mole sizes and made some disappear. It's like a miracle substance. On the other hand, well both hands, my veins have started to bleed after taking this, so keep an eye out for that kind of reaction. Never had that problem until taking this supplement

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It really helps stave off neuropathy

This keeps neuropathy from taking over. It was recommended to me by cancer doctors that were treating me. I take two in the morning and evening and one midday

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One of the most effective supplements I take.

Thought I would give this a try along with the other supplements I take. Energy boost was obvious in the first 48 hrs. Wife also started taking the supplement at the same rate of 2 capsules/day. Her energy & cognitive boost was also very apparent. Wife is a Pharmacist and liked the effect as she gets a rather burned out towards the end of the 10 or 12 hr shifts. BTW, I am nearly 70 and my "base commander" (wife) is 62. We both are outdoors as much as possible and keep our farm operational. Again, one of our top supplements ranking up with the Iodine, Mg, Lutein , Curcumin, etc

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Great product

Been taking this for a few months now. Definitely noticed improved mood and cognitive function. Will continue to buy. Also great supplement company

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I think I have CFS, and this stuff turned it around in a day

I went from needing 9.5 hours (minimum) sleep per night (this has been going on for years) and still feeling tired, unable to concentrate, to 8.5 hrs or less on this stuff, and feel better with more energy, and less headaches. A recent study linked low L-Carnatine levels to depression, which I thought I had, and was how I found this stuff. Noticing it helps with CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) I went to websites giving how to diagnose CFS, and found I had 5 of the symptoms. While not an official diagnosis, that was a huge surprise to me, I had been thinking all along I had depression, but anti-depressants were a disaster for me, and this CFS treatment is practically a miracle. This stuff turned it around in 24 hours (1000mg/day in the morning). If you are tired all the time, try it, you have nothing to lose but a few bucks

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