The primary objective of this pilot, double-blind, randomised, placebo- controlled clinical trial conducted by the Japanese Clinical Research Organisation Souken was to examine the effect of Carnipure tartrate providing a low dose of L-carnitine on weight management and energy metabolism-related parameters in overweight but healthy human subjects.
Until now, the majority of clinical trials have used higher daily doses of L-carnitine for various reasons. This is the first study showing an effect of a daily 500mg L-carnitine supplement on body weight.
It is well-known that caloric intake alone does not determine an individual’s body weight. Many other factors also play a role, first and foremost the level of physical activity as the main consumer of energy.
Mike DeGennaro, global head human nutrition at Lonza, said: “Although this pilot trial involved only a small number of people per group, the results are significant. Carnipure supplementation in combination with lifestyle changes can help decrease body weight.”
Source: Lonza
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