NOW Foods L-Carnitine 1000mg
by NOW Foods
"1000mg L-carnitine tartrate per tablet — the amino acid that shuttles fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production"
Overview
NOW Foods L-Carnitine provides 1000mg of L-carnitine tartrate per tablet, the amino acid derivative responsible for transporting long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for beta-oxidation (fat burning). L-carnitine tartrate is the most studied form for exercise performance and recovery, with research showing reduced muscle damage markers and improved recovery after intense training. The body produces carnitine from lysine and methionine, but production may be insufficient during intense exercise or in vegetarians/vegans who get minimal dietary carnitine.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine Tartrate) | 1000 mg |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 1000mg per tablet
- 100 tablets
- 8,200+ reviews
- Tartrate form (well-studied)
- Fat metabolism support
What Could Be Better
- Tablet form (large)
- May cause fishy body odor
- Effects modest in non-deficient
- Not ALCAR (doesn't cross BBB)
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Fat metabolism support
- Exercise recovery
- Vegetarians/vegans
- Those wanting carnitine tartrate
Not Ideal For
- Those wanting brain benefits (need ALCAR)
- Those sensitive to body odor changes
- Those wanting liquid form
- Those already eating red meat regularly
Our Verdict
NOW L-Carnitine 1000mg is the fat-shuttling amino acid — 100 tablets of the tartrate form for mitochondrial fatty acid transport. Most beneficial for vegetarians, intense exercisers, and those in caloric deficit.
Alternatives to Consider
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