History of L carnitine: Implications for renal disease Journal of Renal Nutrition If you are like a lot of people, you may have never heard of carnitine but this important nutrient is critical for our body's ability to optimally burn fat required for energy. Early research into L carnitine was often cited as underwhelming, showing negligible changes in muscle carnitine content and fat loss outcomes. However, these findings may have been limited by a short study window Did you know L carnitine, a vital amino acid, is naturally produced by your body and found in various foods? While acetyl L carnitine (ALCAR) can be a beneficial supplement for some, most people get Carnitine homeostasis. MW, molecular weight; OCTN2, organic Download Scientific Diagram