Acetyl L-CARNITINE is the food supplement by Yamamoto® Nutrition based on L-Carnitine, an amino acid naturally synthesized by the human body that plays an important role in the energy metabolism of cells . Specifically, this supplement is formulated with a particular form of L-Carnitine, which has greater bioavailability and a better ability to cross the blood-brain barrier , helping to support brain function. This form of carnitine is differentiated by the presence of an acetyl group , which promotes the absorption of the molecule in the intestine, allowing it to pass the blood-brain barrier, the protective barrier that separates the blood flow from the brain.

Acetyl L-CARNITINE provides a high dose of Acetyl L-Carnitine, with a concentration of 1000 mg per daily dose . Thanks to this high concentration, this food supplement represents an optimal solution for those who want to support their physical and mental fitness , improving their energy and resistance during physical activity and promoting better brain function.

L-Carnitine is a compound produced in our body from the essential amino acids lysine and methionine. Its main function is to transport long-chain fatty acids into cells, where they can be metabolized to produce energy: for this reason it plays an important role in energy metabolism, promoting its efficiency and energy production at the cellular level.

Thanks to these characteristics, Acetyl L-Carnitine is able to promote optimal sports performance : it can transport fatty acids into cells, where they are metabolized to produce energy. This process is particularly important during physical activity, when the body needs a greater amount of energy to support muscular activity . In addition to supporting physical fitness, Acetyl L-Carnitine can also be useful for improving mental function and supporting memory and concentration : this molecule is in fact also present at brain level, where it plays an important role in energy production and in protecting nerve cells from oxidative stress. The acetylated form of Carnitine, the one chosen for Acetyl L-CARNITINE by Yamamoto Nutrition, can cross the blood-brain barrier and promote better brain function. Furthermore, Carnitine can play an important role in the prevention of certain pathologies : its intake has been associated with a reduction in the risk of developing certain cardiovascular diseases, such as hypertension, heart attack and stroke, thanks to its ability to improve the health of blood vessels and reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood, as well as playing a protective role against the development of certain neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, thanks to its ability to protect nerve cells from oxidative stress.

What is the difference between L-Carnitine and Acetyl L-Carnitine?

L-Carnitine and Acetyl L-Carnitine are two different forms of the same molecule, namely Carnitine, an amino acid naturally synthesized by the human body that plays an important role in the energy metabolism of cells. The main difference is found in their chemical structure and biological functions . L-Carnitine is a non-acetylated form of Carnitine, which plays an important role in the transport of long-chain fatty acids into cells, where they can be metabolized to produce energy. Acetyl L-Carnitine, on the other hand, is an acetylated form of Carnitine that differs in the presence of an acetyl group. This acetyl group increases the solubility and bioavailability of Carnitine , promoting its better absorption in the intestine and its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. Acetyl L-Carnitine therefore has a more specific action on brain function than L-Carnitine , and may be useful for supporting memory and concentration, improving cognitive function and combating brain aging.