It is used by some people with high blood sugar to help with cholesterol as well as nerve pain, such as tingling in their hands and feet.
It is also used to help stop cell damage.
It may also help to improve appetite and increase energy levels.
Some people use it to improve mood.
People with blood vessel problems in their legs have used it to help them walk better and to walk with less pain.
ALC may also help with low carnitine levels to have a more normal level in their blood.
Acetyl-L-carnitine is made from L-carnitine. It can also be converted to L-carnitine. L-carnitine is an amino acid (a building block for proteins) that is naturally produced in the body. It helps produce energy.
Acetyl-L-carnitine is also known as ALC.
Major and minor side effects for Acetyl-L-carnitine
- Upset stomach
- Cramps
- Body odor or urine smells like fish
Always check with your doctor before you use a natural product. Some products may not mix well with drugs or other natural products.
Take extra care and check with your doctor if you have:
- Kidney problems
- Diabetes
- Heart or blood vessel disease
- Seizures
Keep hard candies, glucose tablets, liquid glucose, or juice on hand for low blood sugar.