History and Usage: L-Carnitine is an amino acid found in high concentrations in heart and liver tissue, where it participates in metabolizing fatty acids into energy in the mitochondria. L-Carnitine also facilitates the metabolism of carbohydrates and enhances the rate of oxidative phosphorylation.

L-Carnitine works synergistically with Co-Q10, an antioxidant and energy co-factor that is found in the inner membrane of the mitochondria. Label Information and Ingredients: Suggested Use: Take 1 to 4 capsules per day, or as directed by your qualified health care consultant.

Supplemental Facts Serving Size: 1 Capsule(s) Ingredients Per Serving % DV L-Carnitine (from 862 L-Carnitine Fumarate) 500 mg * * Daily Value Not Established Notes: L-Carnitine is an amino acid found in high concentrations in heart and liver tissues, where, inside the cells (mitochondria), L-Carnitine helps transform fats into energy.* L-Carnitine also facilitates the metabolism of carbohydrates and enhances the rate of oxidative phosphorylation, the final stage of ATP (i.e., energy) production.* L-Carnitine works synergistically with Co-Q10, an antioxidant and energy cofactor that is found in the inner membrane of the mitochondria.* Biosint™ L-Carnitine is manufactured by Sigma-Tau Industries, S.p.A. (Rome, Italy), the pioneer in L-Carnitine science. Other Ingredients: Other Ingredients: Cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide. Capsule consists of hydroxy-propylmethylcellulose. DuraCarn™ L-Carnitine Fumarate is a superior, stable form of L-Carnitine. No wheat, no gluten, no soy, no dairy, no egg, no fish/shellfish, no nuts/tree nuts. Suitable for Vegetarians/Vegans.

Caution: Keep out of the reach of children.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amino_acid

http://www.biology.arizona.edu/biochemistry/p...

http://www.answers.com/topic/amino-acid#after_ad1

http://web.indstate.edu/thcme/mwking/aminoaci...