L-Carnitin has by now become one of the most popular supplements for loosing weight. Most people however don't really know how this amino acid really works.

L-Carnitin acts as a transport vessel in the bllodstream. It transports stored fat directly into the mitochondria where it is then converted to energy. Sounds good, doesn't it. So all you have to do is take L-Carnitin and loose weight

Unfortunately it is not quite this easy. The concept only works when the body is in actual need of energy for example during physical exercise. In case of physical activity, the body first uses the stored carbohydrates for energy. Only once these reserves have been exhausted does the body begin to utilize fat reserves for the production of energy. This is then also the moment where L-Carnitin is most effective.

Therefore L-Carnitin should ideally be taken about 45-60 minutes prior to a workout.

The recommended dosage for good effects is about 1000 mg.