Acetyl l-Carnitine supplement, 300 mg, brain pills for cognitive enhancement
90 Acetyl l carnitine Capsules
Brain pills to enhance brain function, abbreviated as ALC or ALCAR
Formulated by Dr. Ray Sahelian, M.D., bestselling author of Mind boosters book.

Acetyl l carnitine is a Dietary Supplement used as a brain pill for cognitive enhancement, to enhance brain function.
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Role in the body
Acetyl l-carnitine and carnitine play several important roles in the human body. These nutrients shuttle acetyl groups and fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production. Without carnitine, fatty acids cannot easily enter into mitochondria. The acetyl group of acetyl l carnitine is used to form acetyl-CoA, the most important intermediary in the generation of energy from amino acids, fats, and carbohydrates. Therefore, acetyl l carnitine serves as an energy reservoir of acetyl groups and both acetyl l-carnitine and carnitine help improve energy production. The acetyl group of acetyl l carnitine is also used to make the important brain chemical acetylcholine. Some studies suggest that perhaps acetyl l carnitine can even act as a neurotransmitter itself.

This cognitive enhancement product is made from the highest quality acetyl l carnitine raw material available. For research updates on acety-l-carnitine health benefit, subscribe to the free email newsletter. Place your email on the left.

You will find this nutrient spelled different ways including acetylcarnitine, acetyl l carnitine and acetyl l-carnitine.

We have two doctor-developed products that include acetyl-l carnitine in their formulas. These are Diet Rx and Mind Power Rx.

Diet Rx with acetyl-l carnitine, green tea extract, hoodia, and two dozen beneficial herbs, is an extremely effective, all natural appetite suppressant that does not make you feel jittery or anxious. Rather, it is a smooth, natural way to curb your appetite. Customer feedback has been very, very, positive.

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Mind Power Rx with acetyl-l-carnitine is a highly popular product that enhances alertness, focus, mood, and clarity of thinking. It is formulated by world renowned medical doctor and supplement expert Ray Sahelian, M.D. who is the bestselling author of Mind Boosters: A guide to Natural Supplements That Enhance Your Mind, Memory, and Mood.

Other formulas by Dr. Sahelian include: Eyesight Rx for better near and distant vision often noticed within days, Prostate Power Rx for a healthy prostate, and Passion Rx for sexual enhancement in men and women.

At Advance Physician Formulas, we use the highest quality Acetyl-l-Carnitine from top quality US based raw material suppliers.

Acetyl-l-Carnitine Supplement Facts:
Serving Size: 1 Acetyl l Carnitine Capsule
Servings per Container: 90

Amount Per Serving:
Acetyl L-Carnitine - 300 mg **

Suggested use: Take half or one acetyl l carnitine capsule in the morning a few times a week, or as advised by your health care provider. Some users notice the most Acetyl-L-Carnitine benefit with half or 2/3 of a capsule while others may require more than one.  The pills seem to be better absorbed on an empty stomach but try with our without food to see which approach works better for you.

** Acetyl-l-Carnitine supplement daily value not established

Other ingredients: gelatin, microcrystaline cellulose, stearic acid and magnesium stearate. Vegetarians have the option to pull on each side of the gelatin capsule and mix the contents with juice or water.

Acetyl l Carnitine side effects and cautions:
Dosages above 500 or 600 mg may cause acetyl-L-carnitine side effects which include overstimulation and nausea. Higher doses of acetyl-l carnitine may cause insomnia.

Are you aware of any toxicity concerns with Acetyl L-Carnitine and Propionyl-L-Carnitine? I've been taking  1 gram of  each twice per day for past two weeks to see if  the combination would improve the efficacy of the prescription sexual enhancing medication I am taking. So far there seems to be a noticable benefit. However, it's advised that they be taken on an empty stomach and I notice mild stomach upset some days. Also, the past few weeks it's been difficult for me to sleep more than 6 hours each night. I can't be sure if this is due to alot going on in my life recently, these two supplements are boosting my metabolic energy level and it may take some time before my sleep patterns can adjust to this. What research I can do via internet hasn't turned up  anything suggesting that even high doses of these two have any detrimental side effects, but I'd be interested if any have surfaced from your research or review of studies with these.
    Yes, high dosages can cause stomach upset and insomnia or sleep problems.

Interactions with other mind enhancing pills
If you purchase other brain boosting supplements such as ginkgo biloba, bacopa monnieri, DMAE, huperzine, galantamine, TMG, and others, we suggest not taking them the same day as ALCAR. Try each one separately for a few days or a week, and once you have a good understanding on how you feel with them, then you can consider taking them together, but at a lower dosage.

Acetyl-l-Carnitine supplement questions:
Q. Can acetyl-l-carnitine supplement be taken the same day as Mind Power Rx?
   A. Since they are both potent, it would be best not to combine them. But, you could alternate their use. One day you could take Mind Power Rx and another day take acetyl-l carnitine.

Q. I an confused. Some websites say acetyl l carnitine supplement should be taken every day, while others say this supplement does not have to be taken every day.
   A. We feel that it is best to take days off from the use of many supplements. In the case of acetly-l carnitine, one could instead alternate other supplements such as dmae, choline, bacopa, ginkgo, etc, or a combination of small amounts found in a formula such as Mind Power Rx.

Q. What are acetly-l carnitine side effects? Are there any safety issues to be concerned about?
   A. Acetyl-l carnitine side effects include nausea, restlessness, insomnia, and irritability. We suggest keeping the acetyl l-carnitine dosage to less than 500 mg a few times a week.

Q. Can you tell me about acetly-l carnitine arginate?
   A. We are not familiar with acetly l carnitine arginate research and therefore, at this time, we feel there is much more research on acetyl-l-carnitine and we prefer using this form of the nutrient.

Q. Can acetyl-l-carnitine and alpha lipoic acid be taken together?
   A. Since they can both cause alertness, it would be best to reduce the dosage of each in order to avoid insomnia. Some websites are promoting acetyl-lcarnitine alpha lipoic acid combinations in too high a dosage. This could lead to insomnia and negate the antiaging benefit that the websites claim occurs when acetyl-l-carnitine and alpha lipoic acid are combined.

Q. Is it okay to take an acetyl l-carnitine supplement in the evening?
   A. Since acetyl l-carnitine can cause alertness, taking a capsule in the evening could cause insomnia.

Q. Which is better for mental enhancement or as a brain booster, Acetyl-l carnitine or DMAE?
   A. Each brain nutrient has its own role to play, some people may prefer acetyl-l carnitine while others prefer DMAE or ginkgo or another supplement. Many people like a combination of nutrients and herbs such as found in Mind Power Rx.

Q. I find myslef very sensitive to supplements. The Physician Formulas acetyl-l-carnitine has 300 mg. Is it possible to take a portion of this?
   A. Yes, you could open the acetyl-l-carnitine capsule by pulling on each side and take a third or half.

Q. Is a benefit of acetyl-l carnitine enhanced mental energy?
   A. The use of acetly-l carnitine can lead to enhanced mental energy and focus.

Q. How quickly does a person notice mental alertness after taking an n acetyl-l carnitine supplement?
   A. Most people begin to notice the effect from an acetyl l carnitine supplement after an hour or two, and the effects can last a few hours or all day depending on the acetyl-l carnitine dosage taken. If the acetyl-l-carnitine supplement is taken with food, this may slow the absorption and the mental alertness may taken longer to be noticed. 

Q. Is it okay to take acetyl-l carnitine daily for months and years? I buy acetyl-l-carnitine at the 250 mg dose.
   A. Scintists have not done enough long term human studies regarding the consequences of chronic acetyl-l carnitine intake. As with most supplements, the fequency of use without breaks depends on the dosage. If a small amount is used, then the supplement can be taken for prolonged periods without a break. As a general rule, it is a good idea to take a day or two off each week, and a full week off every month or two. 

Q. I have a seizure disorder and I take 2 anti-seizure medications. Is it okay to take acetyl l-carnitine supplements?
   A. We have not seen any human studies regarding the influence of acetyl l-carnitine and seizures. To be on the safe side, we suggest not taking acetyl l-carnitine supplements if you have a seizure disorder or taking anti-seizure drugs.

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Acetyl l carnitine dosage
Most acetyl l carnitine pills come in 250 mg, 300 mg or 500 mg dosages. We suggest you take either 250 mg or 300 mg since the 500 mg acetyl l carnitine pill could cause overstimulation or nausea in those who are sensitive to natural supplements.

Buy acetyl-l-carnitine supplement today. If you buy acetyl l-carnitine supplements and Mind Power Rx, alternate their use rather than taking them together the same day. If you buy acetyl l-carnitine supplement along with ginkgo biloba, dmae, tmg, sam-e, or other supplements used for brain enhancement, learn how each one works alone before considering combining.

Just wondering if you sell  Propionyl-L-Carnitine i would like to buy some if you do.
   At this time we do not sell propionyl l carnitine. We have not come across comparison studies with the acetyl form to show that it is superior.

Study
Acetyl-L-carnitine supplementation to old rats partially reverts the age-related mitochondrial decay of soleus muscle by activating peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator-1alpha-dependent mitochondrial biogenesis.
Rejuvenation Res. 2010 Apr-Jun; Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology E Quagliariello, University of Bari, Bari, Italy.
The age-related decay of mitochondrial function is a major contributor to the aging process. We tested the effects of 2-month-daily acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR) supplementation on mitochondrial biogenesis in the soleus muscle of aged rats. This muscle is heavily dependent on oxidative metabolism. Mitochondrial (mt) DNA content, citrate synthase activity, transcript levels of some nuclear- and mitochondrial-coded genes (cytochrome c oxidase subunit IV [COX-IV], 16S rRNA, COX-I) and of some factors involved in the mitochondrial biogenesis signaling pathway (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma [PPARgamma] coactivator-1alpha [PGC-1alpha], mitochondrial transcription factor A mitochondrial [TFAM], mitochondrial transcription factor 2B [TFB2]), as well as the protein content of PGC-1alpha were determined. The results suggest that the ALCAR treatment in old rats activates PGC-1alpha-dependent mitochondrial biogenesis, thus partially reverting the age-related mitochondrial decay.

Testimonial and review
I tried the Acetyl Carnitine along with the Mind Power. I should have taken the two separately. They work better than i could have imagined. I not only remember complete conversations from years prior, it was like a time travel, literally! The best way for me to describe, I was talking to my Aunt and iremembered the exact conversation, the song playing, even other people's exact dance moves on that occasion. It was weird for me at first.It was beyond focus, i mean i would make a list to do and it was like you are not going to believe this it was like my brain forced me, o.k. it was like i would wake up 3a.m. everyday naturally (Not typical for me at all.) and study for three hours, and by 7a.m. stay up do a million chores and still be full of energy. I had an awesome attitude, and super focus. The other thing that happened is i had migraines. I believe it was because i was taking both every day 7 times a week. At first the results were so amazing that i thought, increase the dosage. Wrong. I know that is why we have directions. I am going to take each only two times a week with a day in between.