L-carnitine, the second name of which levokarnitin - a natural substance, related to vitamins of group B. Unlike vitamins, this amino acid is synthesized by our body. Therefore, it is called a vitamin-like substance.
The existence of L-carnitine was discovered even more than a hundred years ago. Gradually it was proved its importance for metabolic processes.
Properties of elcararnitine
- Elkarnitin activates fat metabolism;
- helps cell regeneration;
- improves the ratio of fat and muscle mass;
- reduces signs of fatigue;
- lowers cholesterol.
Elkarnitin promotes the activation of metabolic processes, and fats are converted into energy. When in the body there is a lack of elkarnitina, the fats are not used by the body and become an untouchable stock. Natural sources of elkanitin are: meat, fish, poultry, milk, cottage cheese - products of animal origin. The daily dose of this substance is 250-300 mg. However, often, with heat treatment, most of the L-carnitine in products is lost. You can replenish the stock by taking safe natural food supplements.
Whether it is harmful for elkarnitin , can be judged by the negative indicators of studies conducted by doctors. Moderate consumption of elcararnitine does not cause harm to health. Overdose can cause only local allergic reactions.
If you use an additive to food in the form of elkarnitina, then you need to know about contraindications. Although such an additive is not considered a medicine.
Contraindications to the use of elcararnitine
Like many other drugs, medicinal and non-medicinal, the use of elcararnitine is contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women, children under 10 years old, as well as those with individual intolerance of the components that make up the drugs. Other contraindications have not been identified.