Bodybuilding.com Signature CLA Carnitine is a one-two punch that could help boost your metabolism while maintaining your muscle mass. It contains 2 grams of CLA and 2 grams of L-Carnitine with your choice of flavor between blue raspberry sherbet or watermelon sherbet.
CLA or conjugated linoleic acid is a fatty acid found in beef and dairy products that helps promote fat metabolism, improve insulin resistance, and create positive changes in body composition [1]. While the exact mechanism for CLA’s effectiveness is still not proven, studies have shown it to reduce body fat growth, delay the onset of type II diabetes, and improve bone and immune function [2]. CLA with exercise has been shown to reduce body fat and increase lean muscle mass [3].
Carnitine is a compound made by the human body that helps break down fat into energy by transporting fatty acids into the mitochondria of your cells. Carnitine can be consumed through red meat, dairy products, avocados, and soybeans. Studies have shown that carnitine supplementation can improve exercise performance, increase in muscle mass, decrease muscle soreness, and higher cognitive function especially in vegetarians, overweight individuals, and older adults [4].
Many individuals are not able to get enough CLA or l-carnitine through dietary sources because they are only found in red meat and dairy products. Supplementation could help you burn more fat while building or maintaining muscle.
For more information, check out this CLA article or this carnitine article.
References:
- https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-015-0097-4
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4429457/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11725826/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17313301/
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