Carnitine has many important metabolic functions.
It plays a very important role in fat metabolism. It is essential for transporting long-chain fatty acid molecules (acylCoA) from the cytosol into the mitochondria of cells in the form of acylcarnitine. The aylcarnitine is then shuttled across the inner mitochondrlal membrane where it is reconjugated to form acylCoA. The free carnitine molecule is then shuttled back to pick up another acyl moiety. This specialized transport mechanism which is tightly regulated is known as the "carnitine shuttle". Thus carnitine supplies the necessary fuel for oxidation in the electron transport chain to produce vital biological energy as ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Carnitine is also involved in the formation of acylcarnitine from activated short-chain fatty acids (acylCoA) and thus protect against the accumulation of acylCoA that may be deleterious to the cell. Carnitine has also been shown to augment the aerobic metabolism of carbohydrates and enhance oxidative phosphorylation (Schonekess et al, 1995).
Recent research indicates that carnitine also functions as a metabolic antioxidant. There is evidence to show that carnitine can counter the adverse effects of increased free radical production observed in a number of pathologic conditions. In addition to scavenging free radicals, carnitine can also chelate iron.
Each serving size of 1 capsule provides 450 mg of L-Carnitine Fumarate (U.S. Patent No. 4,602,039) which delivers 250 mg of elemental Carnitine. It is the most stable Carnitine available and readily, the most bioavailable. It has been developed and patented by Sigma Tau, the largest pharmaceutical supplier of Carnitine, with 70% of the world's research directed to Carnitine.
NOTE: The 180 count bottle of L-Carnitine Fumarate is being classed as a close-out product because we will not be bottling L-Carnitine Fumarate in the 180 count bottle after 2014.
(The 60 count bottle will continue to be available).
Supplement Facts - L-Carnitine Fumarate
Serving size: 1 Capsule
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Amount
Per Serving |
% Daily Value |
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L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine Fumarate 440 mg) |
250mg |
* |
*Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: Gelatin, dicalcium phosphate, mono & diglycerides, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, ascorbic acid and citric acid.
Free of: Milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanut, glucose and lactose, artificial colors-flavors-sweeteners.
Directions: Adults: Take one (1) capsule daily with food as a dietary supplement or as directed by your healthcare professional.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.
Storage Instructions: Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F).
Do not refrigerate.Health Thru Nutrition™ is a trademark of EPIC.
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