L-Carnitine for Weight Loss

L-Carnitine is an amino acid that helps your body burn fat, but is it right for you?
In the past 28 weeks, Keith has lost 62.2 pounds.
We attribute most of that weight loss to his low-carb, high-fat diet, but he has used L-carnitine to support his weight loss.
As he mentions in the video, he considers L-Carnitine an “insurance policy” that ensures his cells can burn fat.
In the video, you'll learn...
*What L-Carnitine is
*How it helps move fat deep into your cells where it can be burned
*What happens when your cells don’t have enough L-Carnitine
*Natural sources of L-Carnitine as well as how to supplement
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Disclaimer: Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. Dr. Keith Gillaspy, DC, CFMP received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. He also completed 300 hours of post-graduate study resulting in his certification in Functional Medicine. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy is a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania and continues to practice in Pennsylvania, and see patients. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Gillaspy and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr. Becky Fitness LLC and Drs. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. and Dr. Keith Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or, any conclusions drawn, services or, product you obtain through this video or site.

[@antonpohrebniak]

All videos on KZbin are so complicated and piled up with scientific terms that comparatively I've found this video amazing. Thank you!

[@yagirlafter5084]

Gives me lots of energy

[@kathybowers9085]

Great job Keith.

[@ecdriver6595]

Great progress. Thanks for the tip.

[@2FitDocs]

Thanks, ec driver! We love that you're with us!

[@VAROOMS4]

Thank you for this info

[@stuartpierce121]

Thanks Doc's for great info. Thanks Jennifer 😄

[@2FitDocs]

You're welcome, Jennifer :)

[@mariegrace8242]

You two are a really good looking couple! Can you guys do a video on 'Berberine' for weight loss? Thanks a bunch, you guys are the best! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@taranjitkaur2354]

Could you let me know when to take during workout before workouts or after breakfast fast

[@MsGemini0531]

Would it be ok to take while on a water fast or intermittent fasting?

[@erikagoerner5651]

What other supplements do you take?

[@cherylcrawford1158]

Go Big Red !

[@manuels1309]

Is there a benefit in taking Lcarnitine injected, instead of pills or liquid?, thanks

[@paprisaha3893]

How i will stop this dose of medicine? When i will stop to intake this medicine.. does any side effects will arise?

[@cindywhittaker3003]

So I’m wondering if people who are strict carnivore have more of this in their systems? What’s the difference in this and acetyl l carnitine?

[@kharesiddharth2526]

Thanks ... how to take it ? Ie with carb ... effect of insulin on its absorption

[@brianmelton7946]

I am taking l-carnitine and intermittent fasting. Can I take it on an empty stomach or do I need to break the fast with a small amount of carbs to help transport the l-carnitine into the cells and mitochondria? Thanks.

[@stuartpierce121]

Great job Keith You do look different Thanks Jennifer

[@busaud3035]

For how long is it safe to use L carnitine Supp

[@augustmosco]

Thank you doctors for this great video. Regarding supplementation, you never defined a specific dosage. That would be a great help.

[@2FitDocs]

Typically, 500mg 1-2x/day is the recommended dose. I'll take 2 doses if I'm not eating a lot of red meat for some reason but normally just 1 500mg dose does it for me. :)

[@toddgoogle4387]

@@2FitDocs no disrespect but I think it’s just diet and exercise. Injectable Carnitine is the real deal but needs insulin to actually work.

[@melahd6604]

I have L-Carnitine alpha lipoic acid 600mg and tonalin CLA 1000mg should I take 1 pill of each before my morning workouts? Should I do it on and off every week or every other month??

[@jaimeaccardi3530]

I just bought some 500 mg carnitine it says take 4 a day. Thats alot .hows 2 a day?

[@user-ye4ll5tl2z]

How many kg we loss in a munth after us levo karitin 4 injection 5ml what kind of food recommended

[@CrazyWatcher670]

What’s the daily dose?

[@kboncales4717]

Do you have to exercise to lose fat when taking Lcarnitine?

[@dewaynegarrett8382]

Wonder if acetyl l carnitine would help the same but also give some brain support?

[@5navygators]

Do you have a brand recommendation for L-carnitine? Also, how much should a person take daily?

[@2FitDocs]

Hi Rebecca! The brand I typically use is Evlution Nutrition 500mg. I order from Bodybuilding.com since they almost always have some kind of offer going on. 1-2 capsules a day (500mg -1000mg) should give you the best results. Here's a link to the product at Bodybuilding.com: www.bodybuilding.com/store/evlution-nutrition/carnitine-500.html

[@stuartpierce121]

Rebecca Lecompte Thanks for question Jennifer

[@5navygators]

Thanks for the detailed information and the link!

[@elvisnarcisomedina9298]

I love how people make videos on how it dont work. Let me tell you something! Buy it and try it yourself! Find out if it works for you!

[@harikabhukya9510]

Elvis from NY kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5bGf399nc2gjtE

[@gayatreenahak999]

Hello doctors....is there any side effects .....

[@rosillinsubramoney2004]

Im in south africa pretoria west how cn I get this coffee n how much

[@razkumar3911]

Great helpful video. Dear doc can I take l carnitine with CLA omega 6 for fat loss and also can it be taken in keto diet

[@2FitDocs]

Hi Raz! We did a video on CLA not too long ago. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIHdd2ajaaaHpqc

[@razkumar3911]

2 Fit Docs Ok!Thanks very much

[@BatmansMuse]

@@2FitDocs u

[@shuvamsur4304]

hey I am taking l carnitine 3 times a day 500mg at a time with my post workout meal , lunch & dinner is it OK ?

[@2FitDocs]

Should be fine! :)

[@bosubhaiyya]

Up to 2 grams a day is safe. Take two pills of 500 mg 15-20 minutes before workout and two after..

[@mahathi13]

Hi doc, can l- Carnitine and mct oil be taken together or alternatively for weight loss?

[@2542genius]

why would u take mct oil ? ur just adding calories.

[@2542genius]

if your wanting mct oil for the ketones just fast.

[@Constans99]

Hi Docs! Thanks for your videos. What's the difference between L-Carnitine and Acetyl L-Carnitine? Both are offered for sale on Amazon. Which one do you use?

[@2FitDocs]

I use L-Carnitine in the form of L-Carnitine Tartrate which is better utilized in the muscle cells as opposed to Acetyl L-Carnitine that is primarily used in the central nervous system and can be utilized by nerve cells. They both work to bring fat into the cells for conversion to energy but because of the amount of muscle as opposed to nervous tissue, the basic form of L-Carnitine will do more for fat loss.

[@cousineddiejohnson6622]

Crap I bought the acetyl, I should have read this before buying.

[@garybertrand9846]

Cousin Eddie Johnson me too! Crap.

[@daddy9099]

Dosage per pound/gender?

[@franmcdonald4702]

​@@cousineddiejohnson6622 Agreed. someone else was suggesting the acetyl form was better

[@RizwanKhan_99]

Can you share side effects of L-Carnitine? Is it safe?

[@wread1982]

Insomnia

[@importexportserviceusachin1689]

Explained closely

[@polinaspirt861]

Thank you great info !And How do you know what brand you can use w supplements if someone on limited funds ! how do we get the best and it will not break your bank ! Also to know that the company use good product that are filled w junk !

[@2FitDocs]

We like the "Left Coast" brand and purchase it from Amazon. www.amazon.com/shop/beckygillaspy

[@GogoFinKen]

K

[@uzigaming4992]

I take 2 capsules 1000mg before workout and then I go for cardio and strength trainning. Lost 2kgs in a week

[@amantyagi46]

Total 1000mg Or 2 capsules 1000mg each?

[@aeoncreations3371]

Hi Docs! I would love your opinions... I am on keto, with IF. Eating window is 3-5.30pm only. I take 2 grams of L Carnitine right before I workout. But I have just been told that it will only activate from an insulin response.... Can I just take it with BCAAs instead of carbs? I know that the BCAAs will still break my fast, but just better than eating a carbie thing, or a protein shake with the L carnitine...Thanks for your kind advice!

[@2FitDocs]

We've never heard of a relationship of carnitine and insulin but the BCAA prior to a workout would be a great idea!

[@geethaparasuram6338]

Hello Becky and Keith. As usual good info and well presented. I have been trying to download Keith's diet details for some time. I get a message it has been sent to my email, but I never see it. Not in my spam mail either. Can you help out here, please.

[@2FitDocs]

So sorry to hear that Geetha. Can you provide me with the name associated with your email so I can look it up and find your email? If for some reason you're not in our email server list, we'll find a way to get the info to you.

[@geethaparasuram6338]

The name is Geetha Parasuram. Email is [e-mail]

[@MVS846]

L Carnitine us ti be used with exercise?? Im in trouble loosing ten last pounds... Thanks

[@2FitDocs]

L-Carnitine can be used anytime as it's needed for the oxidation of fats in the mitochondria. It's possible that it could provide the last nudge to get to your goal. The brand I use is Evlution Nutrition and we've got it listed in our Amazon shop. www.amazon.com/shop/beckygillaspy

[@MVS846]

Thanks for the answer!!

[@JennyB957]

That's what I want to lose is 60lbs . Thank you 🏋 Junk food diet is the problem . 😏

[@9899931255]

Hi breastfeeding mom can also take this..my baby is 11 month she is eating solid as well and breastfeed too in the night

[@jenniferjones1309]

can i ask if you can take this with wharfrin, do you know?

[@2FitDocs]

I really don't know. You definitely need to ask your doctor or even better, your pharmacist.

[@jenniferjones1309]

good call, ill ring them this week. Thank you for replying.

[@MyMlittleFriends]

How many mg do y'all recommend?

[@2FitDocs]

Hi Melissa, Keith takes 500mg before his mid-day meal.

[@adamspeaking373]

You should be taking 3-5 grams. The studies that have been done are in large doses, not 500mg.

[@alexandremonnier8398]

@@adamspeaking373 sources?

[@robertthompson5501]

Are you still taking L Carnitine?

[@michaelk8537]

Your amazon link does not work.

[@2FitDocs]

Hi Michael! It comes right up when I try it...www.amazon.com/shop/beckygillaspy

[@michaelk8537]

Doesn't work for me... Odd

[@michaelk8537]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XISYB42/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2PLYW0DW8DU2C&psc=1 is this the one?

[@2FitDocs]

Can you try a different device or browser?

[@2FitDocs]

I do use this product and I feel like it works for me. :)

[@fatimafreire2841]

❤️🙏

[@paprisaha3893]

Can a woman take l-carnitine?

[@2FitDocs]

Absolutely!

[@paprisaha3893]

How i will stop this dose of medicine when my fat will burnt ? And does it have side effect?

[@bikerboy535]

W

[@marlenismorales5595]

Traduce

[@e36s54]

L-carnitine has very poor oral bioavailability… meaning you don’t absorb it.

[@juneross6834]

Did he say chiropractor? Doctor? Hmmmm...no

[@itsalwaysrainingwhereistay]

June Ross 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Mr.me_0]

L carnitine is not effecient for fat loss

[@marcierenee15]

actually its the only thing that has ever worked for me. I have MTHFR gene mutations so that could be why.

[@Lauren-vd4qe]

Speak UP GUYS!! Can't understand hardly anything he says due to mumbling!

[@FLYINGWARRIOR19661]

I hear you both fine...but you must be far from the microphone and therefore my iPad is a near the highest volume setting just to sound in the normal range....you do not seem mumbled to me

[@pathfinder49953]

rude

[@patrickschreiber6378]

Dr. Keith doesn't have a microphone. I still can hear him just fine. Keep up the good work Docs!

[@johnnybiggunz1141]

True...I had to put the phone to my ear....so I can actually here them😕😐

[@Janice835]

Johnny Big Gunz it’s hard to take you seriously when you don’t even know how to spell it’s spelt hear not here