PMID: 39175746 Last reviewed: June 14, 2026
L-carnitine acts as a shuttle, transporting these fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they might be converted into energy.* By supporting the body's ability to use fatty acids for energy, L-carnitine can help athletes support their endurance and performance.* In addition to its role in energy production support, L-carnitine may also have other potential benefits for certain athletes.* For example, it may help support muscles, recovery time, and heart health.* These potential benefits, along with its role in energy production, make L-Carnitine a popular ingredient in sports nutrition.* How L-carnitine may support the training process During intense physical activity, the body relies on stored energy in the form of fatty acids
An inevitable consequence of aging is a rapid decline in our cellular energy levels
Amino Acids 19, 643665
doi: 10.3390/ANTIOX9080695 148 RizvanovAAKumarBPadmaSEditorsG
Therefore, future translational work may benefit from evaluating both whole-organism and component-based approaches, including defined effectors such as Amuc_1409, rather than the bacteria itself
