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Nutrition Analysis: L-Carnitine. Author/s: Issue: Oct 25, 1999 In the last ten years, L-Carnitine has become one of the most studied and most effectively utilized supplements worldwide. In conclusion, a few words on the form of Carnitine that in the last years has gained importance in the health food market, especially for its effects on the nervous system, memory loss, stress and depression. We are speaking of acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC), an ester of Carnitine that was discovered in 1955 by Friedman and Frankel. Unlike the other forms of Carnitine, ALC passes across the hemato-encephalic barrier, and because of its solubility, it is suitable for liquid and solid formulations designed to naturally retard some aspects of the aging process. Combined with a balanced diet and exercise, it may significantly improve daily life, improve memory and humor and slow down mental decline. In general, it raises the quality of life and health of the individual. Carnitine and its derivatives will show a steady growth in the nutritional supplement industry. This will occur as we continue to communicate the vast degree of evidence that already exists regarding the need for supplementing the human diet with L-Carnitine. This evidence is due to the tremendous amount of research and clinical studies that have been performed in universities, hospitals, nutritional and sports medicine clinics around the world. However, we are certain that those who read the currently available scientific data will benefit most because they will be able to create their own niche in this competitive industry. This would include nutritional products based on Carnitine for specific categories of clients with precise needs (vegetarians, infants, geriatric, athletes, adolescents, diabetics, etc.). e-mail: [log in to unmask] COPYRIGHT 1999 Schnell Publishing Company, Inc. COPYRIGHT 2000 Gale Group ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn