A meta-analysis of five trials in participants with either impaired fasting glucose, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis found evidence of an improvement in insulin resistance with supplemental L-carnitine compared to placebo (43)
Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are the most commonly reported but typically improve over time
Guo H, Jin X, Zhu T, Wang T, Tong P, Tian L, et al
Very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol decreased proportionally with triglyceride reductions, reflecting improved hepatic lipid metabolism
In addition, the frequency of your injections (usually weekly) and the overall length of your treatment plan will influence your total investment in your weight loss journey