Acetyl L-Carnitine 500mg - 50 Capsules - Now Foods

Normalise brain function.

Therapeutic Indications:

• Beta-oxidation of fatty acids saving Glucose at a cerebral level
• Restores Serotonin levels and improves intellectual capacity
• Increased brain activity and physiology of the Central Nervous System
• Prevention of atherosclerosis
• Completely free of D-Carnitine (harmful)
• Suitable for vegetarians

NOW offers the purest Carnipure™ from an exclusive, patented production process, ensuring it is completely free of harmful D-Carnitine and contains only pure L-Carnitine.

Acetyl L-Carnitine, also known as ALC, is a special form of Carnitine whose main functions include optimising brain function, being much more efficient than regular Carnitine.

NOW® Acetyl-L-Carnitine comes from the patented formula (L-Carnipure®), ensuring better stability, efficacy and purity according to the USP (United States Pharmacopeia) Standard.

It is an acetylated form of L-Carnitine, which allows it to cross the blood-brain barrier. ALC is a natural nutrient in the body that transports fatty acids to the mitochondria. Once in the brain, it increases the activity of the mitochondria (mitochondria are one of the most important cellular organelles, being important for cellular respiration). It is supplied by the host cell with organic substances such as oxygen and glucose, which it processes and converts into energy in the form of ATP that it provides to the host cell.

With the function of releasing energy, mitochondria are abundantly present in the cells of the nervous system and heart, as these have a greater energy demand. By increasing brain activity, it improves the entire physiology of the Central Nervous System.

This form of the amino acid also ensures better entry into the mitochondria and greater beta-oxidation of fatty acids, saving glucose at a cerebral level, thus preventing the reduction of serotonin and increasing intellectual capacity.

Acetyl-L-Carnitine also has the ability to donate the acetyl group to Choline, forming Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for memory. It promotes an increase in synapses, making it a compound that enhances memory and the Cognitive System. Studies show ALC as a brain protector through glutamate-sensitive receptors.

Glutamate is an amino acid that does not only reach the brain from the bloodstream. The brain synthesises it from Glucose and other nutrients. It is the main excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain; even minimal amounts can trigger action peaks. Glutamate levels usually start to decrease with age. It also prevents the formation of Lipofuscin (pigment) and improves cerebral irrigation.

One of the benefits of Acetyl-L-Carnitine is protecting the brain from signs of aging, improving memory by strengthening attention, vitality, and protecting and treating senile dementia. Researchers have shown improvements in Alzheimer's patients and those with mental debility. These patients were given daily doses of 3 grams of ALC. These doses are perfectly tolerable with no symptoms of toxicity. Studies also demonstrate its effectiveness in preventing Parkinson's disease.

The administration of Acetyl-L-Carnitine supplements from the age of 40-50 can have a protective effect against brain degradation. ALC prevents brain damage that occurs when there is an oxygen deficiency in nerve cells. As years pass, ALC levels in the brain decrease, so it is recommended to take Acetyl-L-Carnitine supplements from the age of 40 for better brain function.