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AOR AOR - L-Carnitine 500mg, 120 vcaps

AOR L-Carnitine - 500 mg - An amino acid needed for fat burning, energy production and muscle recovery. It is synthesized by the body from the essential amino acids lysine and methionine, and can also be obtained from red meat. For this reason, L-carnitine deficiency is quite common among vegetarians and people who avoid red meat. L-Carnitine plays a central role in the metabolic breakdown of certain fatty acids and their subsequent transport into the mitochondria for use in the production of energy. AOR L-Carnitine is ideal for athletes, workout buffs, and ill patients who want to improve their functional capacity, as can those looking for metabolic support. Vegetarians and people who avoid red meat may want to supplement with carnitine to ensure good health, energy levels, proper muscle function and optimal fat utilization.

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $35.88 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Clean fuel: Quality protein and greens without the junk.
Easy to mix: Blends smooth into water, milk or a smoothie.
Recovery and everyday nutrition: Supports muscle, energy and filling dietary gaps.

Best suited to: vegetarians or vegans wanting a dietary carnitine source, someone training regularly who wants recovery support, anyone wanting a plain single-ingredient carnitine capsule.

What the research supports

Each capsule holds 500 mg of L-carnitine tartrate. Four capsules a day totals 2 grams, and the 120-count bottle lasts a month.

Studies use 2 to 4 grams a day.

Muscle soreness (evidence: moderate, from human rct): Carnitine helps clear the byproducts of hard exercise from muscle tissue faster. At around 2 grams a day, trials found less muscle damage and soreness after resistance training.
Fat burning (evidence: mixed, from human rct, mechanistic): Carnitine ferries fatty acids into cells to be burned for fuel. Trials in people with normal carnitine levels are inconsistent on whether extra carnitine boosts fat burning or weight loss.
Exercise capacity (evidence: limited, from small human trials): Vegetarians and others with lower dietary carnitine intake start with less to work with. Small studies suggest they see more benefit from supplementing than people who already eat meat regularly.

Read the literature: Muscle soreness on PubMed, Fat burning on PubMed, Exercise capacity on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

Vegetarians or vegans wanting a dietary carnitine source: Carnitine comes mainly from red meat, so those avoiding it have lower baseline levels this product directly addresses.
Someone training regularly who wants recovery support: The tartrate form at 2000 mg per day matches doses used in studies on exercise-induced muscle soreness and recovery markers.
Anyone wanting a plain single-ingredient carnitine capsule: No blends, fillers, or added stimulants, just L-carnitine tartrate and a capsule shell.

Look elsewhere if

Someone wanting fast, dramatic fat loss: Carnitine only helps shuttle fat into cells for burning, it doesn't create a calorie deficit, so this works alongside diet and training, not instead of them.
Someone who eats red meat regularly and isn't training hard: Regular meat eaters usually have adequate carnitine already, so the benefit here is smaller unless training volume is high.
People with a seizure disorder or liver or kidney disease: Speak with a healthcare practitioner before starting, since carnitine supplementation needs monitoring in these conditions.

What to expect

Athletes and regular trainers may notice less muscle soreness and steadier energy during workouts over several weeks of consistent use timed before exercise. This isn't a stimulant and won't produce an immediate energy jolt, it works by supporting fat metabolism during sustained training.

How it compares

Compared with acetyl-L-carnitine: L-carnitine tartrate is the form most studied for muscle and exercise recovery, while acetyl-L-carnitine is more associated with cognitive and nerve-related research. The tradeoff: If cognitive support was the goal, this tartrate form isn't the one the research points to.
Compared with getting carnitine from red meat alone: This gives a measured 2000 mg daily dose without needing to eat meat, useful for vegetarians or those tracking intake precisely. The tradeoff: It's a capsule regimen taken multiple times a day rather than something built into a meal.

Product details

Active ingredient: L-Carnitine (tartrate)
Ingredient form: vcaps
Strength: 500 mg
Servings per container: 120
Suggested use: Adults: Take two capsules twice daily with food, two to four hours before exercise, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Country of manufacture: Canada
Independent testing: ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications: Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Brand: AOR

How to take it

Adults: Take two capsules twice daily with food, two to four hours before exercise, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains

L-Carnitine (tartrate): 500mg

Non-medicinal ingredients

Microcrystalline cellulose and sodium stearyl fumarate. Capsule: hypromellose.

Interactions and cautions

Medications: May interact with certain prescription medications. Review with your pharmacist if you take daily medication.
Timing: Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General: Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - L-Carnitine 500mg

Is this the genuine, authentic product?: Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?: We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?: Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?: You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.