What exactly is L-Carnitine?
L-Carnitine is the supplement form of Carnitine, an amino acid derivative that is utilized for many functions. It is considered the powerhouse nutrient because of its overall energy producing roles in the body. Q: How is Vitamin Shoppe Brand L-Carnitine different from other brands? A: In addition to the naturally occurring form of L-Carnitine, purely chemical synthesis produces its unnatural mirror image, known as D-Carnitine. However, only L-Carnitine is biologically active and beneficial to the body. The company Lonza produces L-Carnitine using the natural, biological L-CARNIPURE® process that results in 100% L-Carnitine, free of D-Carnitine. In addition, L-CARNIPURE® contains no genetically modified organisms or materials of animal origin. Vitamin Shoppe Brand uses only Lonza’s L-CARNIPURE® L-Carnitine. Q: Can L-Carnitine help me manage my weight? A: L-Carnitine is required for the bodys ability to burn fat and lose weight. It helps transport fat to the part of the cell where it can
