Lipotropic Plus
$19.99
Each 3 Caplets Contain:
L-Carnitine: 300 mg
Choline (Bitartrate): 250 mg
Trimethylglycine: 500 mg
L-Methionine: 100 mg
L-Glycine: 500 mg
Pyridoxal 5 Alpha
Ketoglutarate: 10 mg
Ingredient Summary
L-Carnitine
Carnitine is a vitamin-like nutrient and is essential for energy production and fat metabolism. Carnitine's major metabolic role is associated with the transport of long
chain fatty acids across the mitochondrial membranes, therefore stimulating the
oxidation of these substrates for metabolic energy.
Choline (Bitartrate)
Choline (Bitartrate) is considered one of the B-complex vitamins and functions
with inositol as a basic constituent of lecithin.Choline is associated primarily with the
utilization of fats and cholesterol in the body. Its main function is to prevent the
accumulation of fats in the liver and facilitate the movement of free fatty acids into the cells for utilization. In addition, choline plays an important role in the transmission of the nerve impulses and is essential for the health of the myelin sheaths which are principle components of the nerve fibers. Since choline helps to emulsify fats and cholesterol, it has also been shown to be useful in the treatment of atherosclerosis and hardening of the arteries.
L-Methionine
Methionine is an essential amino acid which participates in the formation of
nonprotein cellular constituents such as choline. Methionine is also the precursor of the nonessential amino acids cystine, carnitine, and taurine - all of which have widespread metabolic functions.
Trimethylglycine
Trimethylglycine is a naturally occurring metabolite and is manufactured in the
body when there are sufficient quantities of its dietary precursors choline and
methionine. Trimethylglycine donates its three methyl groups to a vital biochemical
process known as transmethylation. During this process eight amino acids are
transformed to more than 100 other specialized amino acids. Additionally, methyl
donors act as biochemical catalysts which enhance cellular reactions, therefore
promoting metabolic efficiency. Methyl donors also play a major role in the oxygenation of the blood; with more methyl groups available, more oxygen can be delivered to the muscles. Methyl donors such as trimethylglycine are also involved in the synthesis of protein and nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) and in maintaining the integrity of the nervous system.
L-Glycine
This amino acid serves at the basic nitrogen pool for the synthesis of
nonessential amino acids and is an important element in the structure of red blood
cells. Glycine is also required for the synthesis of creatine, an important source of
muscular energy and is also necessary for the biosynthesis of glucose, RNA, and DNA. The most recognized symptom of glycine deficiency is a loss of energy.
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 is a water soluble vitamin and is required for the proper absorption of
vitamin B12, and for the production of hydrochloric acid and magnesium. Vitamin B6
helps linoleic acid function better in the body and plays a major role in the breakdown and utilization of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
In addition, vitamin B6 facilitates the release of glycogen from the liver and
skeletal muscles so that it can be used for energy. Vitamin B6 also helps to maintain
the balance of sodium and potassium, which regulate body fluids and promote the
normal functioning of the nervous system and skeletal muscle system.