Lamberts Acetyl L-Carnitine 500mg is manufactured in the UK in facilities that operate according to strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) pharmaceutical standards. It is suitable for vegetarians and consists of a dose of one capsule per day. It is the acetylated form of L-carnitine and is characterized by increased absorption and bioavailability. In this form, the majority of clinical studies concerning Carnitine have been conducted.
Carnitine is an important amino acid found in foods of animal origin, while in our body it is synthesized from lysine in the presence of vitamin C. Carnitine's biological role consists in transporting long-chain fatty acids to the mitochondria of cells, where they are oxidized for energy produce. In addition, Carnitine participates in the removal of toxic metabolic products from the mitochondria. For these reasons L-carnitine, and especially acetyl L-carnitine, is widely recommended by health professionals.