URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S026156141930038X
Journal: Clinical Nutrition
Publication Date: 02/2019
Summary: This meta-analysis showed that l-carnitine supplementation could improve lipid profile levels, particularly in doses more than 1500 mg/day. More RCTs with large sample sizes, focusing on gut microbiome profiles and dietary patterns are needed to better understand the effect of l-carnitine on patients with cardiovascular risk factors.
Key Takeaways
L-carnitine is a nutrient only found in meat that when given as a supplement has positive effects on blood lipids.
Why Would Supplementing With Nutrients Derived From Meat Improve Health?