> I appreciate the contrary viewpoint, however, for
> every study showing that
> L-carnitine is not effective, there are others that
> show it is.

I'm sure that's true. However, this is the first time
I've done a search (on Yahoo) for a particular
supplement that had so many negative articles appear
on the first page. But, to be fair, here are some
articles favorable to carnitine (in other situations):

http://www.healthwell.com/healthnotes/Supp/Carnitine.cfm

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/carnitine.html

> Also,
> Robert Crayhon is not "pushing" any particular brand
> of L-carnitine.

You inferred that from my post? It was not intended.

> Rather, it has a
> synergistic effect to
> enhance energy and fat burning when used in
> conjunction with a low
> carbohydrate diet -- he specifically advocates a
> paleo type diet for health.

And that's what's wrong with the "fat burning"
supplement hype. They ALWAYS come packaged with a
particular diet that may be just as effective WITHOUT
the supplement.

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