L-Carnitine
Involved in fatty-acid transport; marketed for fat loss and recovery.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Some evidence for recovery and endurance; weak for fat loss in well-fed individuals.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: ~2 g/day; tartrate and acetyl forms differ.
Timing: With carbs to aid uptake.
Role in a stack
Recovery/endurance add-on.
Redundancy check: Meat eaters already get carnitine from food.
Cautions & safety
Fat-loss claims are weak; benefits take weeks and are subtle.
Generally tolerated; high doses can cause fishy odor/GI. Educational only.
Best for
recovery interest · possibly endurance
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.