What Are The Natural Sources of Carnitine?
The main dietary sources are red meat (especially lamb) and dairy products. Although it can be found in some vegetables[/c] the amount is small. For that reason[/c] some vegetarians need to be aware of a possible deficiency. Recommended Doses of Acetyl L Carnitine This is where I ran into some pretty wide variances in my research. The typical daily dosage for long term use is 100 to 400 mg once a day, preferably in the early part of the day. Side effects of over stimulation and nausea may occur at dosages greater than 500 mg. Even higher doses may cause insomnia. If you happen to feel nausea, next time just take the acetyl-l-carnitine with food or take a lesser dose. Another site recommends 2 grams! A third resource states this recommended dosage: • Fat metabolism (conversion of fat to energy) and muscular performance: 1,000 to 2,000 mg usually divided into two doses • Heart disease: 600 to 1,200 mg three times daily, or 750 mg twice daily • Alcohol-related carnitine deficiency: 300 mg
