Fatty Acid Oxidation
Enhanced fat burning for energy during exercise and rest.
TL;DR
Fat oxidation rate is set primarily by training status, exercise intensity and carbohydrate availability. Carnitine only helps if you are actually deficient, and supplements do not create a calorie deficit.
Why It Matters
Impaired fat oxidation, or metabolic inflexibility, accompanies insulin resistance and predicts progression to type 2 diabetes. Improved fat oxidation at rest and low intensity is a marker of metabolic health.
How to Measure
Biomarkers
Optimization Protocol
Build aerobic base with zone 2 training three to five hours weekly, add resistance training, and train occasionally in a fasted state at low intensity. Carnitine 2 g daily only makes sense with low carnitine status, such as vegan diets or dialysis. Sustained fat loss still requires a calorie deficit.
Supporting Supplements
Supporting Research
Frequently Asked Questions
Typical Timeframe
8-12 weeks of training
Research Summary
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This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen.