L-Carnitine is a compound involved in how the body uses fat for energy. At La Belle Clinic, L-Carnitine therapy is provided as a clinical service following consultation and medical assessment.
What is L-Carnitine?
L-Carnitine is a compound derived from amino acids, produced by the body and also obtained from the diet, mainly from red meat and dairy. Its role is to transport long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they can be used to produce energy.
Most people maintain adequate levels through diet and the body’s own production. Levels can be lower in some circumstances, including certain dietary patterns and some medical conditions.
About IV Delivery
Oral L-carnitine has variable absorption, and a proportion of an oral dose is not absorbed. Intravenous delivery bypasses the digestive tract and produces higher circulating levels than an equivalent oral dose. Whether this is clinically appropriate for you is assessed at consultation.
Who Might Consider This Therapy?
- People following vegetarian or vegan diets, where dietary intake is lower
- People who train regularly and are interested in nutrient support
- People advised by their doctor that supplementation may be appropriate
Suitability is assessed individually. If you’re experiencing ongoing fatigue or low energy, please see your GP, as this can have causes that need investigation.
Why Choose La Belle Clinic
- Medical Oversight: treatments are provided by registered health practitioners following assessment.
- Individual Assessment: dosage and frequency are determined by your practitioner based on your circumstances.
- Quality Formulations: we use quality-assured preparations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Responses vary between individuals, and results depend on your circumstances and the reason for treatment. Your practitioner can discuss what’s realistic for you.
The IV infusion delivers L-carnitine slowly along with fluids directly into a vein. The injection is given into the muscle and takes less time. Your practitioner will discuss which is appropriate for you.
L-Carnitine is produced naturally by the body, and it’s also administered here as a prescribed preparation, so it isn’t suitable for everyone. We review your health history and current medications at consultation to determine whether treatment is appropriate for you, and your practitioner will discuss the risks with you beforehand. Please see our Safety Information section.
Some clients receive more than one nutrient therapy. Whether a combination is appropriate depends on your health history and medications, which we’ll review at consultation.
Most people report a brief pinch when the needle or cannula is inserted. Most find the rest of the session comfortable.
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