Karniton is a biologically active food supplement produced by the Russian manufacturer SSC PM Pharma. Contains the amino acid L-carnitine in the form of tartrate. The manufacturer claims that in this form, the substance is absorbed better than regular L-carnitine. It is recommended to take Karniton for weight loss, in particular for athletes who need to reduce the percentage of fat mass and dry out.
With intense training, the supplement accelerates fat burning, and this effect of L-carnitine has long been used in sports. However, some manufacturers are trying to sell the product more profitably, greatly inflating its price. This can be said about the dietary supplement called Carniton: 1 g of carnitine in this form of release costs about 37 rubles, while there are supplements on the sports nutrition market for which the price of carnitine per gram starts from 5 rubles.
Manufacturer's manual
Carniton comes in two forms: tablets (containing 500 mg L-carnitine tartrate) and oral solution.
The manufacturer claims that taking the supplement has the following effects:
- increasing efficiency, endurance;
- quick recovery after intense workouts;
- reduction of fatigue with excessive emotional, physical and intellectual stress;
- reduction of the recovery period after illness;
- improving the activity of the heart, blood vessels, respiratory system.
High dosages of Carniton improve the functioning of the male reproductive system.
The dietary supplement is recommended for athletes and all people leading an active lifestyle, striving to keep in good shape, as well as those involved in CrossFit.
The manufacturer claims that Carniton is one of the most affordable products containing L-carnitine.
The use of the supplement is prohibited for children under the age of seven, pregnant and lactating women. In addition, it is not recommended to take Carniton for people suffering from individual intolerance to the substances that make up the supplement.
Before using the product, it is better to consult a doctor.
Supplement safety
The manufacturer does not provide data on possible side effects, consequences of overdose, drug interactions. It has been established that overdose of L-carnitine is impossible.
The additive is safe and does not contain harmful substances, its toxicity is extremely low. However, some people who took it complain that there are still side effects. Among them, nausea, increased formation of intestinal gas, indigestion.
After analyzing such reviews, we can say that the negative effects, as a rule, are due to improper use of Carniton, as well as violations of the gastrointestinal tract against the background of adherence to extreme diets.
Indeed, taking a supplement can reduce appetite, but you should not forget about a balanced diet. If a person neglects dietary rules, adheres to an extremely strict diet, this can lead to serious diseases of the digestive tract and other organs. Taking a supplement has nothing to do with it.
If, after taking Karniton, skin rashes, itching and other similar manifestations appear, this indicates an allergic reaction to the components of the product. If these symptoms occur, it is recommended that you stop taking the supplement.
Severe immunological reactions (anaphylaxis, laryngeal edema, inflammation of the eyes) are the reason for immediate discontinuation of the drug and seeking medical help.
Weight loss effectiveness
Carnitone contains the amino acid L-carnitine, a compound related to the B vitamins (some sources call it vitamin B11, but this is not true). L-carnitine is directly involved in the metabolism of fats, the conversion of fatty acids into energy. Every day a person gets it from food (meat, poultry, dairy products). Supplemental intake of L-carnitine in the form of dietary supplements helps to accelerate the conversion of fat into energy.
However, do not think that these are miraculous supplements that you can drink and lose weight while lying on the couch. Carniton will only work when the body is subjected to intense physical activity. L-carnitine only speeds up the process of energy production, and it must be expended, otherwise it will return to its original state (that is, fat). Without proper nutrition and sports, you will not be able to lose weight.
Expert opinion
L-Carnitine is an effective supplement for those involved in sports. Ingestion of products containing this amino acid promotes energy production and accelerates fat burning. However, when buying any product, we, of course, pay attention to the benefits.
Carniton in this regard can be characterized as a way of enriching the manufacturer, since the price of the product is unreasonably high.
Let's calculate: a package of 20 tablets costs an average of 369 rubles, each containing 500 mg of L-carnitine, that is, 1 gram of a pure product costs 36.9 rubles to the buyer. In similar supplements from reputable manufacturers of sports nutrition, a gram of L-carnitine costs from 5 to 30 rubles. For example, L-Carnitine from RPS will cost only 4 rubles per gram of substance. Although, of course, there are also more expensive options among manufacturers of sports nutrition, so 1 gram of carnitine in the L-Carnitine 3000 dietary supplement from Maxler costs about 29 rubles.
The manufacturer recommends taking 1 tablet per day for an adult for a month. The optimal dose of L-carnitine is 1-4 grams per day (that is, at least 2 tablets, and with intense exertion, all 8). At lower dosages, no positive effects have been reported from L-carnitine supplementation. It was also found that you can take L-carnitine without a time limit. On average, athletes drink such supplements for 2-4 months. Most often, other types of sports nutrition are used, for example, supplements for building muscle mass.
The dosage regimen and dosage regimens offered by the manufacturer of dietary supplements Karniton are completely ineffective.
Despite the positive reviews about this supplement, it is recommended that you think carefully and calculate your benefits. Carniton will not harm the body, but there will be no benefit from the use (if you follow the instructions). If you take pills, calculating the dosage of L-carnitine in the amounts necessary to speed up metabolism and burn fat, then from an economic point of view, it is better to choose another supplement with this amino acid.
