2007-03-26 14:26:06 · 2 answers · asked by sel_bos 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
L-carnitine is a compound that is claimed by some to help "life-extension" (make you live longer). It may act as some kind of antioxidant; but there is evidence that it protects against the damage that mitochondria (the cells energy generator) accumulate over the years. Also, (acetyl) L-carnitine has been shown to protect against various neurological diseases in lab animals.
Acetyl-L-carnitine is claimed to be a superior form of L-carnitine, that is, that it is absorbed better (higher bioavailability). However I am not aware of any scientific evidence that supports this.
2007-03-26 15:48:35 · answer #1 · answered by Bill C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here are some links for your information:
http://www.sydyfc.com/Echanpin3.asp
http://www.purecaps.com/PDF/pi/Acetyl_l_Carnitine.pdf
2007-03-26 22:31:12 · answer #2 · answered by sandorgr8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋