Natural Products Acetyl-L-Carnitine, 500mg, 120 caps, Glass Bottle
Acetyl-L-Carnitine is a modified amino acid that supports cellular energy production by assisting in the transport of fat into the mitochondria where it is oxidized and converted into ATP (chemical energy for the cell).
Acetyl L-Carnitine is in a highly bioavailable form of L-Carnitine that can cross the blood-brain barrier, where it exerts an antioxidant effect, helps to maintain healthy cellular energy metabolism and supports brain function. It can help increase energy production in the mitochondria, the "power plants" of all cells, and thereby generally boost physical and mental energy.
As a dietary supplement, it is often used to help improve memory, and has been studied as a possible adjunct treatment for Alzheimers disease. It may also help address symptoms of depression, and may be useful in the treatment of Parkinsons disease, stroke, and Peyronie's disease.
In addition, daily supplementation with acetyl-L-carnitine may have a protective effect on the central nervous system and may benefit the heart. There is also some evidence that it can enhance visual memory and attention in people with Down Syndrome, and clinical data indicates that it also may slow age-related mental decline that is not associated with Alzheimer's.