systematic_review
    2020

    The bright and the dark sides of L-carnitine supplementation: a systematic review

    Unknown authors

    Published in J Int Soc Sports Nutr

    Key Findings

    L-carnitine supported fatty acid transport and recovery outcomes, but effects on performance were inconsistent and TMAO production is a concern.

    Conclusions

    Mixed evidence with a plausible mechanistic downside.

    Supplements Studied

    L-Carnitine
    Amino Acid

    L-carnitine supported fatty acid transport and recovery, but performance effects were inconsistent.

    Outcomes Measured

    ATP Production Enhancement

    L-carnitine supported fatty acid transport and recovery, but effects on performance were inconsistent.

    Study Details

    Year:2020
    Quality Score:6/10

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