NieL-JLiangJShanFWangB-SMuY-YZhouX-Het alL-Carnitine and Acetyl-L-Carnitine: Potential novel biomarkers for major depressive disorder
These allosteric effects can be modulated through the action of carnitine acetyltransferase (CAT), a mitochondrial isoenzyme that transfers the acetyl groups from acetyl-CoA to carnitine, forming acetylcarnitine
ALC is a highly bioavailable form of L-carnitine that easily crosses the blood-brain barrier, supporting both energy production and cognitive performance
You can also find L-carnitine supplements, which are popular with people who want to lose weight and build lean muscle
Like L-carnitine, acetyl-L- carnitine functions as an antioxidant and promotes the production of glutathione.
Per lo sport, nonostante la razionale biologica, l'efficacia non risulta conclusiva: alcuni studi non mostrano benefici su performance/VOmax o recupero, mentre altri (minoranza) riportano possibili vantaggi