Definitions for "Acetyl-L-Carnitine"
aka ALC. ALC may increase testosterone production. It enhances immune function and prevents damage to nerve cells that occur with lack of oxygen. It is also a possible anti-catabolic.
The acetyl ester of carnitine, ALC acts as an antioxidant, has protective effects in the brain, and stimulates hormone (including testosterone) release. See: Acetyl L-Carnitine
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