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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.4
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine Tartrate)
500 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies
8
Carnitine boosts insulin sensitivity
We explored the effects of l-carnitine treatment on patients with type 2 diabetes to determine if it could improve insulin sensitivity and overall glucose control. In a study involving thirty-two participants, we administered 2970 mg/day of l-carnitine orally for 12 weeks. During this period, insulin sensitivity was measured using a precise hyperinsulinemic-euglycemic clamp technique.
After the treatment, we observed notable improvements in insulin sensitivity among participants. In addition, carnitine supplementation led to increased levels of acetylcarnitine in skeletal muscle, which likely contributed to these positive effects. We also noticed a trend indicating reduced intrahepatic lipid content and lowered fasting plasma glucose levels, suggesting broader benefits for metabolic health.
Overall, our findings suggest that l-carnitine can play a significant role in enhancing the body's ability to manage blood sugar effectively, making it a valuable consideration for those dealing with type 2 diabetes.
After the treatment, we observed notable improvements in insulin sensitivity among participants. In addition, carnitine supplementation led to increased levels of acetylcarnitine in skeletal muscle, which likely contributed to these positive effects. We also noticed a trend indicating reduced intrahepatic lipid content and lowered fasting plasma glucose levels, suggesting broader benefits for metabolic health.
Overall, our findings suggest that l-carnitine can play a significant role in enhancing the body's ability to manage blood sugar effectively, making it a valuable consideration for those dealing with type 2 diabetes.
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7
Zinc-Acetyl l-Carnitine Complex Benefits
We explored the potential benefits of combining zinc with acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) on diabetes management in our recent study. ALC is known for playing a significant role in energy metabolism and supporting brain health. Our research revealed that a new zinc complex, Zn(ALC)Cl(HO), shows promise not just in addressing symptoms of depression but also in offering protective effects relevant to diabetic conditions.
The findings indicated that this zinc complex could help manage chronic pain often associated with diabetes and improve overall neuroprotection. It was observed that Zn(ALC)Cl(HO) effectively prevented harmful changes in nerve cells due to high glucose levels, showcasing its antinociceptive properties and indicating that it might enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients.
However, it's essential to note that while ALC is discussed in the context of diabetes, the focus on this particular zinc complex makes it challenging to isolate the exact effects of ALC alone. Overall, our observations position this zinc complex as an intriguing candidate for further research in diabetes treatment and cognitive health.
The findings indicated that this zinc complex could help manage chronic pain often associated with diabetes and improve overall neuroprotection. It was observed that Zn(ALC)Cl(HO) effectively prevented harmful changes in nerve cells due to high glucose levels, showcasing its antinociceptive properties and indicating that it might enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients.
However, it's essential to note that while ALC is discussed in the context of diabetes, the focus on this particular zinc complex makes it challenging to isolate the exact effects of ALC alone. Overall, our observations position this zinc complex as an intriguing candidate for further research in diabetes treatment and cognitive health.
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Most Useful Reviews
7.5
Energy boost
3 people found this helpful
Great for boosting energy and controlling blood sugar levels. Carnitine aids in energy metabolism, helping me ride harder during my 5-mile bike commute. While my weight loss could stem from multiple factors, I feel the energy boost from carnitine is undeniable. It's useful for those at risk of cardiovascular disease and exhibiting energy metabolism dysfunction.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 2 Researches
7.5
- All Researches
8
Carnitine boosts insulin sensitivity
We explored the effects of l-carnitine treatment on patients with type 2 diabetes to determine if it could improve insulin sensitivity and overall glucose control. In a study involving thirty-two participants, we administered 2970 mg/day of l-carnitine orally for 12 weeks. During this period, insulin sensitivity was measured using a precise hyperinsulinemic-euglycemic clamp technique.
After the treatment, we observed notable improvements in insulin sensitivity among participants. In addition, carnitine supplementation led to increased levels of acetylcarnitine in skeletal muscle, which likely contributed to these positive effects. We also noticed a trend indicating reduced intrahepatic lipid content and lowered fasting plasma glucose levels, suggesting broader benefits for metabolic health.
Overall, our findings suggest that l-carnitine can play a significant role in enhancing the body's ability to manage blood sugar effectively, making it a valuable consideration for those dealing with type 2 diabetes.
After the treatment, we observed notable improvements in insulin sensitivity among participants. In addition, carnitine supplementation led to increased levels of acetylcarnitine in skeletal muscle, which likely contributed to these positive effects. We also noticed a trend indicating reduced intrahepatic lipid content and lowered fasting plasma glucose levels, suggesting broader benefits for metabolic health.
Overall, our findings suggest that l-carnitine can play a significant role in enhancing the body's ability to manage blood sugar effectively, making it a valuable consideration for those dealing with type 2 diabetes.
Read More
7
Zinc-Acetyl l-Carnitine Complex Benefits
We explored the potential benefits of combining zinc with acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) on diabetes management in our recent study. ALC is known for playing a significant role in energy metabolism and supporting brain health. Our research revealed that a new zinc complex, Zn(ALC)Cl(HO), shows promise not just in addressing symptoms of depression but also in offering protective effects relevant to diabetic conditions.
The findings indicated that this zinc complex could help manage chronic pain often associated with diabetes and improve overall neuroprotection. It was observed that Zn(ALC)Cl(HO) effectively prevented harmful changes in nerve cells due to high glucose levels, showcasing its antinociceptive properties and indicating that it might enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients.
However, it's essential to note that while ALC is discussed in the context of diabetes, the focus on this particular zinc complex makes it challenging to isolate the exact effects of ALC alone. Overall, our observations position this zinc complex as an intriguing candidate for further research in diabetes treatment and cognitive health.
The findings indicated that this zinc complex could help manage chronic pain often associated with diabetes and improve overall neuroprotection. It was observed that Zn(ALC)Cl(HO) effectively prevented harmful changes in nerve cells due to high glucose levels, showcasing its antinociceptive properties and indicating that it might enhance the quality of life for diabetic patients.
However, it's essential to note that while ALC is discussed in the context of diabetes, the focus on this particular zinc complex makes it challenging to isolate the exact effects of ALC alone. Overall, our observations position this zinc complex as an intriguing candidate for further research in diabetes treatment and cognitive health.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.4
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7.5
Energy boost
3 people found this helpful
Great for boosting energy and controlling blood sugar levels. Carnitine aids in energy metabolism, helping me ride harder during my 5-mile bike commute. While my weight loss could stem from multiple factors, I feel the energy boost from carnitine is undeniable. It's useful for those at risk of cardiovascular disease and exhibiting energy metabolism dysfunction.
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References
- Op den Kamp-Bruls YMH, Op den Kamp YJM, Veeraiah P, Zapata Perez R, Phielix E, et al. Carnitine supplementation improves insulin sensitivity and skeletal muscle acetylcarnitine formation in patients with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2025. 10.1111/dom.16298
- Caro-RamĂrez JY, Bazán LO, Piro OE, EcheverrĂa GA, Jori K, et al. Exploring Zn(II)-Acetyl l-carnitine complex for simultaneous management of depression, chronic pain, and neuroprotection. J Inorg Biochem. 2025;267:112857. 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2025.112857
