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L-Carnitine / Acetyl-L-Carnitine

L-Carnitine is made naturally in the body from the amino acids methionine and lysine, and also sold as a nutritional supplement. It is required in order to release energy from fat.
L-Carnitine Fact Sheet
What is L-Carnitine? Why do people use it? What are signs of deficiency? Who shouldn't take it?
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