The Role of Carnitine in Cellular Metabolism

Facilitates cellular energy production¹

Fatty acids must bind with carnitine to gain entrance into the mitochondria, the energy production site of the cell

Removes toxins from the cell¹

Carnitine binds to metabolic by-products in the mitochondria and removes them from the cell, reducing the potential for toxicity and disruption of critical cellular functions

References: 1. Brass E, Hoppel C: Energy metabolism: the role of carnitine. J Care Manag 1997;3(suppl):1-12.