In these cases, L-carnitine supplements may help reduce symptoms such as fatigue and weakness
However, people with genetic irregularities or other health conditions causing a lack of L-carnitine should talk with their doctor for a more specific dosage
The kidneys can also store L-carnitine for later use and eliminate the excess through the urine stream
People may supplement with L-carnitine for many reasons, such as athletic performance, fat burning, aging, cardiovascular protection, cancer, and infertility
Doses vary from 500 to 3,000 mg per day
A critical step in this process of burning fat (oxidising long chain fatty acids), is the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondria (where fatty acids are turned into CO2 and ATP (energy)