Acetyl L-Carnitine Products

Acetyl L-Carnitine is commonly included in supplements intended to support cellular energy metabolism. Research on specific health outcomes is mixed, so it should not be viewed as a substitute for a balanced diet or medical care.

Acetyl L-Carnitine is an acetylated form of carnitine, a compound the body makes and also obtains from food. Carnitine helps move long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria, where cells use them in energy metabolism.

No. They are related forms of carnitine, but Acetyl L-Carnitine includes an acetyl group. Check the Supplement Facts panel for the exact form and amount, and follow the product label when using a powder.