Carnitine

Carnitine is a nutritional supplement used by sportsmans and used to treat certain diseases. Is a substance that can be found in most cells. This aminoacid is synthesized in the liver and kidneys from lysine and methionine, two essential amino acids. Is found especially in the nutrition of the animal kingdom but also in some plants such as soybeans, but in much lower quantities. L-carnitine has been used successfully as adjuvant therapy in cardiovascular diseases, such as pectoral angina, heart failure and prevention of myocardial infarction. Administration reduces the severity of her symptoms and in some cases may lead to diminishing usual dose of medication that a patient uses .

• It plays a key role in transporting fatty acids to the mitochondrion (item cytoplasmei cell, playing an important role in cellular respiration responses), which arise as a carnitine ensures proper functioning of the metabolism of fat. Without Carnitine  a burning of fat is impossible, and causes a lack Carnitine atrophying muscle cells. Among other beneficial effects, L-carnitine manages to improve liver function and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

It is generally used in endurance sports (athletics, cycling) the role of Carnitine is to burn fat, which they transformed into ‘fuel’. During prolonged muscular effort, L Carnitine has a positive effect by decreasing the amount of glycogen used in this process, and therefore is lower concentration of lactic acid, a metabolic substance whose presence leads to a feeling of fatigue. Dosage is between 2-4 g / day divided in half 3.

• There has been studyes. Two grams of Carnitine a day each day and were not observed any side effects. In isolated cases have been noticed mild gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal cramps, nausea or diarrhea. However it is good to be attended by a doctor or a trainer before using the supplement in the long term.

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