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Green Tea and L-Carnitine for Metabolism

Green Tea and L-Carnitine for Metabolism

Quick answer

  • Green tea catechins and caffeine slightly raise energy use.
  • L-carnitine transports fat into cells for energy.
  • Effects on weight are modest.

Green tea

Catechins plus caffeine may modestly increase energy expenditure (NCCIH).

L-carnitine

Essential for moving fatty acids into mitochondria (NIH ODS).

What studies show

Small average effects in trials (PMC).

Cautions

Caffeine sensitivity and rare liver reports with concentrated green tea extract.

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Frequently asked questions

Does green tea burn fat?

It may slightly raise energy use; it is not a fat burner.

Is L-carnitine safe?

Generally at normal doses; ask your doctor if you take thyroid medicine.

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