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Acetyl-L-carnitine

Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) is the acetylated ester derivative of the amino acid L-carnitine. In simple terms, a specific combination of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen molecules are added to L-carnitine creating ALC. It has been shown in research studies to have protective effects on the brain and helps to release the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. It may also act as a potent anti-oxidant in the brain. Researchers believe that ALC improves cognition by enhancing the activity of acetylcholine and/or improving neuronal metabolism. It has been shown to have some anti-catabolic effects as well by preventing the decrease
in plasma testosterone levels after chronic exercise stress.
 

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